Cefalexin Prescribing at SHAWBURY MEDICAL PRACTICE

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)
50
Total Quantity
1,557
NHS Cost
£134
vs National Avg
-57%

SHAWBURY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 50 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £134 to the NHS. This is 57% below the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
2

Prescribing Details

Total Items50
Total Quantity1,557
Total NHS Cost£134
Presentations4 different forms
vs National Average-57%

Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison

This practice50 items
National average per practice116 items
Difference-57% vs national average
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.