Cefalexin Prescribing at WESTERHOPE MEDICAL GROUP
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
271
Total Quantity
9,001
NHS Cost
£552
vs National Avg
+133%
WESTERHOPE MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 271 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £552 to the NHS. This is 133% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
22
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 271 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,001 |
| Total NHS Cost | £552 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +133% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 271 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +133% 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.