Cefalexin Prescribing at PORTLAND MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
266
Total Quantity
11.9K
NHS Cost
£903
vs National Avg
+128.7%
PORTLAND MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 266 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £903 to the NHS. This is 128.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 266 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,922 |
| Total NHS Cost | £903 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +128.7% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 266 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +128.7% 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.