Cefalexin Prescribing at DOWNLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
284
Total Quantity
11.1K
NHS Cost
£849
vs National Avg
+144.2%
DOWNLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 284 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £849 to the NHS. This is 144.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 284 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,122 |
| Total NHS Cost | £849 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +144.2% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 284 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +144.2% 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.