Cefalexin Prescribing at ORCHARD MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
152
Total Quantity
6,492
NHS Cost
£459
vs National Avg
+30.7%
ORCHARD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 152 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £459 to the NHS. This is 30.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 152 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,492 |
| Total NHS Cost | £459 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.7% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 152 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +30.7% 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.