Cefalexin Prescribing at VILLAGE SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
178
Total Quantity
6,201
NHS Cost
£445
vs National Avg
+53%
VILLAGE SURGERY prescribed 178 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £445 to the NHS. This is 53% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 178 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,201 |
| Total NHS Cost | £445 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +53% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 178 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +53% 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.