Cefalexin Prescribing at DARWEN HEALTHLINK
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
203
Total Quantity
7,740
NHS Cost
£566
vs National Avg
+74.5%
DARWEN HEALTHLINK prescribed 203 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £566 to the NHS. This is 74.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 203 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,740 |
| Total NHS Cost | £566 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +74.5% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 203 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +74.5% 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.