Cefalexin Prescribing at MCH PRESCRIBING
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
643
Total Quantity
20.2K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
+452.8%
MCH PRESCRIBING prescribed 643 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,630 to the NHS. This is 452.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
50
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 643 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,150 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,630 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +452.8% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 643 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +452.8% 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.