Simvastatin Prescribing at BIRKBY HEALTH CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
821
Total Quantity
20.1K
NHS Cost
£642
vs National Avg
-51.8%
BIRKBY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 821 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £642 to the NHS. This is 51.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 821 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,137 |
| Total NHS Cost | £642 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -51.8% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 821 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -51.8% 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.