Cefalexin Prescribing at FROME MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
243
Total Quantity
6,854
NHS Cost
£563
vs National Avg
+108.9%
FROME MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 243 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £563 to the NHS. This is 108.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 243 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,854 |
| Total NHS Cost | £563 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +108.9% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 243 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +108.9% 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.