Cefalexin Prescribing at DR LOCAL CARE DIRECT OOH
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
309
Total Quantity
14.1K
NHS Cost
£942
vs National Avg
+165.7%
DR LOCAL CARE DIRECT OOH prescribed 309 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £942 to the NHS. This is 165.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 309 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,079 |
| Total NHS Cost | £942 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +165.7% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 309 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +165.7% 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.