Cefalexin Prescribing at PENRYN SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
299
Total Quantity
11.2K
NHS Cost
£860
vs National Avg
+157.1%
PENRYN SURGERY prescribed 299 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £860 to the NHS. This is 157.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
24
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 299 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,204 |
| Total NHS Cost | £860 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +157.1% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 299 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +157.1% 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.