Simvastatin Prescribing at ASHDOWN FOREST HEALTH CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,499
Total Quantity
33.8K
NHS Cost
£1.0K
vs National Avg
-12%
ASHDOWN FOREST HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 1,499 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,006 to the NHS. This is 12% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
119
Jun 2026
138
Jun 2026
119
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
138
Jun 2026
135
Jun 2026
135
Jun 2026
116
Jun 2026
127
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
131
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,499 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 33,776 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,006 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -12% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,499 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -12% 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.