Cefalexin Prescribing at SURGICAL ASSESSMENT UNIT - SAU
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
62
Total Quantity
1,237
NHS Cost
£140
vs National Avg
-46.7%
SURGICAL ASSESSMENT UNIT - SAU prescribed 62 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £140 to the NHS. This is 46.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
5
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 62 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,237 |
| Total NHS Cost | £140 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -46.7% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 62 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | -46.7% 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.