Cefalexin Prescribing at THE HAWTHORNS SURGERY

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)
171
Total Quantity
9,794
NHS Cost
£625
vs National Avg
+47%

THE HAWTHORNS SURGERY prescribed 171 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £625 to the NHS. This is 47% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
10

Prescribing Details

Total Items171
Total Quantity9,794
Total NHS Cost£625
Presentations6 different forms
vs National Average+47%

Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison

This practice171 items
National average per practice116 items
Difference+47% vs national average
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.