Cefalexin Prescribing at CUMBRIA HEALTH
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
463
Total Quantity
17.3K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
+298.1%
CUMBRIA HEALTH prescribed 463 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,213 to the NHS. This is 298.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 463 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,288 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,213 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +298.1% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 463 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +298.1% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.