Cefalexin Prescribing at SOMERCOTES MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
164
Total Quantity
5,776
NHS Cost
£422
vs National Avg
+41%
SOMERCOTES MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 164 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £422 to the NHS. This is 41% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 164 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,776 |
| Total NHS Cost | £422 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +41% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 164 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +41% 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.