Simvastatin Prescribing at BLACKHEATH STANDARD PMS
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,087
Total Quantity
52.5K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
-36.2%
BLACKHEATH STANDARD PMS prescribed 1,087 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,481 to the NHS. This is 36.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
104
Jun 2026
112
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
94
Jun 2026
98
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
69
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,087 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 52,535 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,481 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -36.2% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,087 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -36.2% 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.