Cefalexin Prescribing at RUTHERFORD MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
173
Total Quantity
6,890
NHS Cost
£476
vs National Avg
+48.7%
RUTHERFORD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 173 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £476 to the NHS. This is 48.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 173 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,890 |
| Total NHS Cost | £476 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +48.7% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 173 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +48.7% 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.