Cefalexin Prescribing at ST ANDREW'S MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
290
Total Quantity
10.2K
NHS Cost
£670
vs National Avg
+149.3%
ST ANDREW'S MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 290 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £670 to the NHS. This is 149.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 290 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,178 |
| Total NHS Cost | £670 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +149.3% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 290 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +149.3% 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.