Cefalexin Prescribing at THE FIRS
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
125
Total Quantity
6,242
NHS Cost
£343
vs National Avg
+7.5%
THE FIRS prescribed 125 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £343 to the NHS. This is 7.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 125 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,242 |
| Total NHS Cost | £343 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +7.5% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 125 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +7.5% 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.