Cefalexin Prescribing at ORCHARD MEDICAL PRACTICE

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)

222

Total Quantity

9,829

NHS Cost

£570

vs National Avg

+90.9%

ORCHARD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 222 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £570 to the NHS. This is 90.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	222
Total Quantity	9,829
Total NHS Cost	£570
Presentations	8 different forms
vs National Average	+90.9%

Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison

This practice	222 items
National average per practice	116 items
Difference	+90.9% 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.