Cefalexin Prescribing at SHEPHERDS SPRING MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
195
Total Quantity
10.1K
NHS Cost
£665
vs National Avg
+67.6%
SHEPHERDS SPRING MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 195 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £665 to the NHS. This is 67.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 195 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,079 |
| Total NHS Cost | £665 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +67.6% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 195 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +67.6% 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.