Cefalexin Prescribing at WEST GORTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
161
Total Quantity
3,350
NHS Cost
£325
vs National Avg
+38.4%
WEST GORTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 161 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £325 to the NHS. This is 38.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 161 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,350 |
| Total NHS Cost | £325 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +38.4% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 161 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +38.4% 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.