Simvastatin Prescribing at BIRSTALL MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,044
Total Quantity
47.7K
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+20%
BIRSTALL MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,044 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,415 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
180
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
182
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
166
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
171
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,044 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 47,724 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,415 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +20% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,044 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.