Cefalexin Prescribing at MERCHISTON SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
308
Total Quantity
14.7K
NHS Cost
£776
vs National Avg
+164.8%
MERCHISTON SURGERY prescribed 308 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £776 to the NHS. This is 164.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
22
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 308 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,730 |
| Total NHS Cost | £776 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +164.8% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 308 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +164.8% 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.