Cefalexin Prescribing at WESTERN ELMS & CIRCUIT LANE SURGERIES
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
273
Total Quantity
10.2K
NHS Cost
£738
vs National Avg
+134.7%
WESTERN ELMS & CIRCUIT LANE SURGERIES prescribed 273 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £738 to the NHS. This is 134.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 273 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,200 |
| Total NHS Cost | £738 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +134.7% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 273 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +134.7% 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.