Cefalexin Prescribing at LOFTHOUSE SURGERY

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)
136
Total Quantity
5,618
NHS Cost
£398
vs National Avg
+16.9%

LOFTHOUSE SURGERY prescribed 136 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £398 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
13
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
3

Prescribing Details

Total Items136
Total Quantity5,618
Total NHS Cost£398
Presentations7 different forms
vs National Average+16.9%

Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison

This practice136 items
National average per practice116 items
Difference+16.9% 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.