Cefalexin Prescribing at DOWNTON SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
259
Total Quantity
6,496
NHS Cost
£541
vs National Avg
+122.7%
DOWNTON SURGERY prescribed 259 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £541 to the NHS. This is 122.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 259 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,496 |
| Total NHS Cost | £541 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +122.7% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 259 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +122.7% 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.