Cefalexin Prescribing at LCD WAKEFIELD WIC
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
210
Total Quantity
5,577
NHS Cost
£590
vs National Avg
+80.5%
LCD WAKEFIELD WIC prescribed 210 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £590 to the NHS. This is 80.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
8
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 210 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,577 |
| Total NHS Cost | £590 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +80.5% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 210 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +80.5% 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.