Simvastatin Prescribing at BIRTLE VIEW MEDICAL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
525
Total Quantity
19.9K
NHS Cost
£537
vs National Avg
-69.2%
BIRTLE VIEW MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 525 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £537 to the NHS. This is 69.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
43
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 525 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,910 |
| Total NHS Cost | £537 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -69.2% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 525 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -69.2% 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.