Cefalexin Prescribing at DORDON & POLESWORTH GROUP PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
250
Total Quantity
9,378
NHS Cost
£562
vs National Avg
+114.9%
DORDON & POLESWORTH GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 250 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £562 to the NHS. This is 114.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 250 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,378 |
| Total NHS Cost | £562 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +114.9% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 250 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +114.9% 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.