Simvastatin Prescribing at ASHCROFT SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
635
Total Quantity
15.2K
NHS Cost
£425
vs National Avg
-62.7%
ASHCROFT SURGERY prescribed 635 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £425 to the NHS. This is 62.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 635 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,239 |
| Total NHS Cost | £425 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -62.7% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 635 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -62.7% 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.