Cefalexin Prescribing at GP DIRECT
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
209
Total Quantity
7,874
NHS Cost
£535
vs National Avg
+79.7%
GP DIRECT prescribed 209 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £535 to the NHS. This is 79.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 209 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,874 |
| Total NHS Cost | £535 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +79.7% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 209 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +79.7% 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.