Cefalexin Prescribing at DOVE RIVER
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
287
Total Quantity
8,693
NHS Cost
£612
vs National Avg
+146.7%
DOVE RIVER prescribed 287 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £612 to the NHS. This is 146.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
30
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 287 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,693 |
| Total NHS Cost | £612 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +146.7% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 287 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +146.7% 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.