Cefalexin Prescribing at FORREST MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
160
Total Quantity
3,935
NHS Cost
£275
vs National Avg
+37.6%
FORREST MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 160 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £275 to the NHS. This is 37.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 160 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,935 |
| Total NHS Cost | £275 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +37.6% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 160 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +37.6% 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.