Cefalexin Prescribing at DR LOCAL CARE DIRECT OOH
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
344
Total Quantity
9,758
NHS Cost
£959
vs National Avg
+195.7%
DR LOCAL CARE DIRECT OOH prescribed 344 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £959 to the NHS. This is 195.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
28
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 344 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,758 |
| Total NHS Cost | £959 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +195.7% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 344 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +195.7% 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.