Cefalexin Prescribing at THE ELMS PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
234
Total Quantity
14.2K
NHS Cost
£815
vs National Avg
+101.2%
THE ELMS PRACTICE prescribed 234 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £815 to the NHS. This is 101.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 234 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,151 |
| Total NHS Cost | £815 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +101.2% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 234 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +101.2% 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.