Cefalexin Prescribing at SOUTH LEICESTERSHIRE MEDICAL GROUP
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
185
Total Quantity
9,138
NHS Cost
£501
vs National Avg
+59%
SOUTH LEICESTERSHIRE MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 185 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £501 to the NHS. This is 59% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 185 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,138 |
| Total NHS Cost | £501 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +59% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 185 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +59% 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.