Cefalexin Prescribing at MEDLOCK VALE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
136
Total Quantity
8,154
NHS Cost
£537
vs National Avg
+16.9%
MEDLOCK VALE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 136 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £537 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
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 136 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,154 |
| Total NHS Cost | £537 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +16.9% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 136 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +16.9% 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.