Cefalexin Prescribing at SHEFFIELD CITY GP HC (WIC)
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
563
Total Quantity
13.0K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+384%
SHEFFIELD CITY GP HC (WIC) prescribed 563 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,464 to the NHS. This is 384% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 563 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,991 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,464 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +384% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 563 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +384% 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.