Cefalexin Prescribing at PENNYGATE MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
388
Total Quantity
18.9K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
+233.6%
PENNYGATE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 388 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,155 to the NHS. This is 233.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 388 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,923 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,155 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +233.6% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 388 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +233.6% 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.