Cefalexin Prescribing at HIGHGATE GROUP PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
162
Total Quantity
5,390
NHS Cost
£562
vs National Avg
+39.3%
HIGHGATE GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 162 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £562 to the NHS. This is 39.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 162 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,390 |
| Total NHS Cost | £562 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +39.3% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 162 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +39.3% 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.