Simvastatin Prescribing at BHF HIGHGATE SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,155
Total Quantity
26.1K
NHS Cost
£777
vs National Avg
-32.2%
BHF HIGHGATE SURGERY prescribed 1,155 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £777 to the NHS. This is 32.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
108
Jun 2026
105
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
107
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
80
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,155 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,071 |
| Total NHS Cost | £777 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -32.2% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,155 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -32.2% 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.