Simvastatin Prescribing at BOLTON GENERAL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
553
Total Quantity
12.2K
NHS Cost
£344
vs National Avg
-67.5%
BOLTON GENERAL PRACTICE prescribed 553 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £344 to the NHS. This is 67.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 553 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,173 |
| Total NHS Cost | £344 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -67.5% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 553 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -67.5% 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.