Cefalexin Prescribing at SARUM HEALTH GROUP
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
174
Total Quantity
5,295
NHS Cost
£377
vs National Avg
+49.6%
SARUM HEALTH GROUP prescribed 174 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £377 to the NHS. This is 49.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 174 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,295 |
| Total NHS Cost | £377 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +49.6% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 174 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +49.6% 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.