Cefalexin Prescribing at WHICKHAM COTTAGE MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
233
Total Quantity
10.1K
NHS Cost
£575
vs National Avg
+100.3%
WHICKHAM COTTAGE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 233 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £575 to the NHS. This is 100.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
14
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 233 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,088 |
| Total NHS Cost | £575 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | +100.3% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 233 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | +100.3% 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.