Cefalexin Prescribing at DGS HEALTH
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
309
Total Quantity
7,698
NHS Cost
£723
vs National Avg
+165.7%
DGS HEALTH prescribed 309 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £723 to the NHS. This is 165.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 309 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,698 |
| Total NHS Cost | £723 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +165.7% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 309 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +165.7% 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.