Cefalexin Prescribing at SHAWBIRCH MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
224
Total Quantity
13.6K
NHS Cost
£806
vs National Avg
+92.6%
SHAWBIRCH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 224 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £806 to the NHS. This is 92.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 224 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,606 |
| Total NHS Cost | £806 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +92.6% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 224 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +92.6% 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.