Cefalexin Prescribing at DORRIDGE SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
211
Total Quantity
6,810
NHS Cost
£560
vs National Avg
+81.4%
DORRIDGE SURGERY prescribed 211 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £560 to the NHS. This is 81.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
8
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 211 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,810 |
| Total NHS Cost | £560 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +81.4% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 211 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +81.4% 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.