Cefalexin Prescribing at PORCH SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
137
Total Quantity
3,327
NHS Cost
£362
vs National Avg
+17.8%
PORCH SURGERY prescribed 137 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £362 to the NHS. This is 17.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
8
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 137 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,327 |
| Total NHS Cost | £362 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +17.8% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 137 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +17.8% 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.