Cefalexin Prescribing at KIRTON MEDICAL CENTRE

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)
150
Total Quantity
6,590
NHS Cost
£401
vs National Avg
+29%

KIRTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 150 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £401 to the NHS. This is 29% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
17

Prescribing Details

Total Items150
Total Quantity6,590
Total NHS Cost£401
Presentations7 different forms
vs National Average+29%

Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison

This practice150 items
National average per practice116 items
Difference+29% 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.