Simvastatin Prescribing at BIDFORD HEALTH CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
5,489
Total Quantity
130.0K
NHS Cost
£3.8K
vs National Avg
+222.1%
BIDFORD HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 5,489 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,800 to the NHS. This is 222.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
485
Jul 2026
467
Jul 2026
496
Jul 2026
459
Jul 2026
462
Jul 2026
483
Jul 2026
447
Jul 2026
481
Jul 2026
434
Jul 2026
409
Jul 2026
414
Jul 2026
452
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 5,489 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 129,986 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,800 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +222.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 5,489 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +222.1% 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.