Simvastatin Prescribing at BOLTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
887
Total Quantity
24.1K
NHS Cost
£708
vs National Avg
-47.9%
BOLTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 887 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £708 to the NHS. This is 47.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 887 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,115 |
| Total NHS Cost | £708 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -47.9% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 887 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -47.9% 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.