Cefalexin Prescribing at THE VERWOOD SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
180
Total Quantity
5,539
NHS Cost
£456
vs National Avg
+54.7%
THE VERWOOD SURGERY prescribed 180 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £456 to the NHS. This is 54.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 180 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,539 |
| Total NHS Cost | £456 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +54.7% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 180 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +54.7% 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.