Cefalexin Prescribing at WESTWAY MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
328
Total Quantity
12.2K
NHS Cost
£823
vs National Avg
+182%
WESTWAY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 328 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £823 to the NHS. This is 182% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 328 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,189 |
| Total NHS Cost | £823 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +182% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 328 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +182% 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.