Simvastatin Prescribing at BENSHAM FAMILY PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
654
Total Quantity
18.1K
NHS Cost
£508
vs National Avg
-61.6%
BENSHAM FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 654 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £508 to the NHS. This is 61.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
60
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 654 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,074 |
| Total NHS Cost | £508 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -61.6% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 654 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -61.6% 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.