Cefalexin Prescribing at LCW CLCCG OOH
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
332
Total Quantity
9,583
NHS Cost
£886
vs National Avg
+185.4%
LCW CLCCG OOH prescribed 332 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £886 to the NHS. This is 185.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 332 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,583 |
| Total NHS Cost | £886 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +185.4% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 332 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +185.4% 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.