Cefalexin Prescribing at SHIRES HEALTHCARE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
280
Total Quantity
11.5K
NHS Cost
£758
vs National Avg
+140.7%
SHIRES HEALTHCARE prescribed 280 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £758 to the NHS. This is 140.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 280 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,538 |
| Total NHS Cost | £758 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +140.7% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 280 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +140.7% 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.