Cefalexin Prescribing at YOUR FAMILY PRACTICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
54
Total Quantity
5,009
NHS Cost
£230
vs National Avg
-53.6%
YOUR FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 54 items of Cefalexin over the last 12 months at a cost of £230 to the NHS. This is 53.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Cefalexin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
1
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
1
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
2
Jun 2026
4
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 54 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,009 |
| Total NHS Cost | £230 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -53.6% |
Cefalexin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 54 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 116 items |
| Difference | -53.6% 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.