Simvastatin Prescribing at BLACKETTS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,105
Total Quantity
65.3K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+23.5%
BLACKETTS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,105 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,840 to the NHS. This is 23.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
195
Jun 2026
185
Jun 2026
180
Jun 2026
180
Jun 2026
155
Jun 2026
186
Jun 2026
171
Jun 2026
139
Jun 2026
151
Jun 2026
163
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,105 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 65,298 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,840 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +23.5% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,105 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +23.5% 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.