Cefalexin Prescribing at MARKET OVERTON & SOMERBY SURGERIES
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
110
Total Quantity
3,916
NHS Cost
£285
vs National Avg
-5.4%
MARKET OVERTON & SOMERBY SURGERIES prescribed 110 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £285 to the NHS. This is 5.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
6
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 110 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,916 |
| Total NHS Cost | £285 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -5.4% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 110 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | -5.4% 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.