Cefalexin Prescribing at WATLINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
269
Total Quantity
6,942
NHS Cost
£562
vs National Avg
+131.3%
WATLINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 269 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £562 to the NHS. This is 131.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 269 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,942 |
| Total NHS Cost | £562 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +131.3% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 269 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +131.3% 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.