Cefalexin Prescribing at RIVERSDALE SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
198
Total Quantity
6,548
NHS Cost
£568
vs National Avg
+70.2%
RIVERSDALE SURGERY prescribed 198 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £568 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
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 198 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,548 |
| Total NHS Cost | £568 |
| 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.