Cefalexin Prescribing at THE THORNTON PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
192
Total Quantity
6,190
NHS Cost
£546
vs National Avg
+65.1%
THE THORNTON PRACTICE prescribed 192 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £546 to the NHS. This is 65.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 192 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,190 |
| Total NHS Cost | £546 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +65.1% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 192 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +65.1% 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.