Cefalexin Prescribing at OULTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
246
Total Quantity
10.2K
NHS Cost
£669
vs National Avg
+111.5%
OULTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 246 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £669 to the NHS. This is 111.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 246 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,181 |
| Total NHS Cost | £669 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +111.5% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 246 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +111.5% 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.