Cefalexin Prescribing at ISLIP SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
136
Total Quantity
6,122
NHS Cost
£343
vs National Avg
+16.9%
ISLIP SURGERY prescribed 136 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £343 to the NHS. This is 16.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 136 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,122 |
| Total NHS Cost | £343 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +16.9% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 136 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +16.9% 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.