Cefalexin Prescribing at PDS MEDICAL COMMUNITY SERVICES
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
198
Total Quantity
5,677
NHS Cost
£481
vs National Avg
+70.2%
PDS MEDICAL COMMUNITY SERVICES prescribed 198 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £481 to the NHS. This is 70.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 198 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,677 |
| Total NHS Cost | £481 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +70.2% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 198 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +70.2% 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.