Simvastatin Prescribing at BENTHAM ROAD HEALTH CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,045
Total Quantity
61.9K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+20%
BENTHAM ROAD HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 2,045 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,748 to the NHS. This is 20% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
144
Jul 2026
175
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,045 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 61,934 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,748 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +20% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,045 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +20% 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.