Cefalexin Prescribing at DOWNS WAY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
251
Total Quantity
10.1K
NHS Cost
£600
vs National Avg
+115.8%
DOWNS WAY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 251 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £600 to the NHS. This is 115.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
28
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 251 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,063 |
| Total NHS Cost | £600 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +115.8% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 251 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +115.8% 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.