Cefalexin Prescribing at OVERDALE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
174
Total Quantity
4,997
NHS Cost
£458
vs National Avg
+49.6%
OVERDALE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 174 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £458 to the NHS. This is 49.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
18
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 174 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,997 |
| Total NHS Cost | £458 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +49.6% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 174 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +49.6% 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.