Cefalexin Prescribing at SOUTHAMPTON MINOR INJURIES UNIT

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)
101
Total Quantity
5,911
NHS Cost
£318
vs National Avg
-13.2%

SOUTHAMPTON MINOR INJURIES UNIT prescribed 101 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £318 to the NHS. This is 13.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
4

Prescribing Details

Total Items101
Total Quantity5,911
Total NHS Cost£318
Presentations7 different forms
vs National Average-13.2%

Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison

This practice101 items
National average per practice116 items
Difference-13.2% vs national average
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.