Cefalexin Prescribing at FIVE VALLEYS MEDICAL PRACTICE

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)

132

Total Quantity

3,829

NHS Cost

£330

vs National Avg

+13.5%

FIVE VALLEYS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 132 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £330 to the NHS. This is 13.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	132
Total Quantity	3,829
Total NHS Cost	£330
Presentations	7 different forms
vs National Average	+13.5%

Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	132 items
National average per practice	116 items
Difference	+13.5% 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.