Cefalexin Prescribing at THE ELMS MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
357
Total Quantity
18.7K
NHS Cost
£980
vs National Avg
+206.9%
THE ELMS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 357 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £980 to the NHS. This is 206.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 357 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,721 |
| Total NHS Cost | £980 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +206.9% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 357 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +206.9% 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.