Cefalexin Prescribing at ORCHARD PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
140
Total Quantity
2,720
NHS Cost
£253
vs National Avg
+20.4%
ORCHARD PRACTICE prescribed 140 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £253 to the NHS. This is 20.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 140 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,720 |
| Total NHS Cost | £253 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +20.4% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 140 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +20.4% 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.