Cefalexin Prescribing at HERSCHEL MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
168
Total Quantity
6,993
NHS Cost
£461
vs National Avg
+44.4%
HERSCHEL MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 168 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £461 to the NHS. This is 44.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 168 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,993 |
| Total NHS Cost | £461 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +44.4% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 168 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +44.4% 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.