Cefalexin Prescribing at THE NORTHOLME PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
157
Total Quantity
3,622
NHS Cost
£293
vs National Avg
+35%
THE NORTHOLME PRACTICE prescribed 157 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £293 to the NHS. This is 35% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 157 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,622 |
| Total NHS Cost | £293 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +35% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 157 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +35% 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.