Simvastatin Prescribing at ALTON PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
397
Total Quantity
13.9K
NHS Cost
£408
vs National Avg
-76.7%
ALTON PRACTICE prescribed 397 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £408 to the NHS. This is 76.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 397 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,924 |
| Total NHS Cost | £408 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -76.7% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 397 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -76.7% 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.