Cefalexin Prescribing at WIDCOMBE SURGERY

Antibacterial drugs | Infections

Items (12m)
77
Total Quantity
2,229
NHS Cost
£215
vs National Avg
-33.8%

WIDCOMBE SURGERY prescribed 77 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £215 to the NHS. This is 33.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
7

Prescribing Details

Total Items77
Total Quantity2,229
Total NHS Cost£215
Presentations5 different forms
vs National Average-33.8%

Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison

This practice77 items
National average per practice116 items
Difference-33.8% vs national average
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.