Cefalexin Prescribing at LEIGH FAMILY PRACTICE

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)
137
Total Quantity
4,380
NHS Cost
£319
vs National Avg
+17.8%

LEIGH FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 137 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £319 to the NHS. This is 17.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
10

Prescribing Details

Total Items137
Total Quantity4,380
Total NHS Cost£319
Presentations6 different forms
vs National Average+17.8%

Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison

This practice137 items
National average per practice116 items
Difference+17.8% 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.