Cefalexin Prescribing at HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
205
Total Quantity
9,100
NHS Cost
£587
vs National Avg
+76.2%
HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 205 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £587 to the NHS. This is 76.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 205 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,100 |
| Total NHS Cost | £587 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +76.2% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 205 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +76.2% 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.