Cefalexin Prescribing at ST JAMES MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
573
Total Quantity
18.7K
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+392.6%
ST JAMES MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 573 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,383 to the NHS. This is 392.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 573 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,714 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,383 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +392.6% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 573 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +392.6% 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.