Cefalexin Prescribing at SWANLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
304
Total Quantity
9,289
NHS Cost
£773
vs National Avg
+161.4%
SWANLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 304 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £773 to the NHS. This is 161.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 304 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,289 |
| Total NHS Cost | £773 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +161.4% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 304 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +161.4% 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.