Simvastatin Prescribing at ASHCROFT SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
960
Total Quantity
22.8K
NHS Cost
£697
vs National Avg
-43.7%
ASHCROFT SURGERY prescribed 960 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £697 to the NHS. This is 43.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 960 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,806 |
| Total NHS Cost | £697 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -43.7% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 960 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -43.7% 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.