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 Items161
Total Quantity3,350
Total NHS Cost£325
Presentations6 different forms
vs National Average+38.4%

Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison

This practice161 items
National average per practice116 items
Difference+38.4% vs national average
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.