Cefalexin Prescribing at HARLESTON MEDICAL PRACTICE

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)
185
Total Quantity
8,107
NHS Cost
£429
vs National Avg
+59%

HARLESTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 185 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £429 to the NHS. This is 59% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
10

Prescribing Details

Total Items185
Total Quantity8,107
Total NHS Cost£429
Presentations8 different forms
vs National Average+59%

Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison

This practice185 items
National average per practice116 items
Difference+59% vs national average
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.