Cefalexin Prescribing at HEATHGATE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
189
Total Quantity
6,787
NHS Cost
£539
vs National Avg
+62.5%
HEATHGATE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 189 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £539 to the NHS. This is 62.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 189 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,787 |
| Total NHS Cost | £539 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +62.5% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 189 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +62.5% 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.