Cefalexin Prescribing at WEST LANCS HC-UCC
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
142
Total Quantity
4,314
NHS Cost
£401
vs National Avg
+22.1%
WEST LANCS HC-UCC prescribed 142 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £401 to the NHS. This is 22.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 142 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,314 |
| Total NHS Cost | £401 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +22.1% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 142 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +22.1% 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.