Cefalexin Prescribing at PCS ENHANCED ACCESS

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)
278
Total Quantity
6,593
NHS Cost
£718
vs National Avg
+139%

PCS ENHANCED ACCESS prescribed 278 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £718 to the NHS. This is 139% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
22

Prescribing Details

Total Items278
Total Quantity6,593
Total NHS Cost£718
Presentations7 different forms
vs National Average+139%

Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison

This practice278 items
National average per practice116 items
Difference+139% vs national average
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.