Cefalexin Prescribing at GORTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
173
Total Quantity
3,629
NHS Cost
£266
vs National Avg
+48.7%
GORTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 173 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £266 to the NHS. This is 48.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 173 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,629 |
| Total NHS Cost | £266 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +48.7% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 173 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +48.7% 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.