Cefalexin Prescribing at DIDSBURY MEDICAL CENTRE - DR WHITAKER
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
278
Total Quantity
8,031
NHS Cost
£603
vs National Avg
+139%
DIDSBURY MEDICAL CENTRE - DR WHITAKER prescribed 278 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £603 to the NHS. This is 139% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 278 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,031 |
| Total NHS Cost | £603 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +139% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 278 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +139% 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.