Simvastatin Prescribing at ALSTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
737
Total Quantity
19.9K
NHS Cost
£615
vs National Avg
-56.7%
ALSTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 737 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £615 to the NHS. This is 56.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 737 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,916 |
| Total NHS Cost | £615 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -56.7% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 737 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -56.7% 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.