Simvastatin Prescribing at BOWBURN MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
784
Total Quantity
19.4K
NHS Cost
£551
vs National Avg
-54%
BOWBURN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 784 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £551 to the NHS. This is 54% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
69
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 784 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,446 |
| Total NHS Cost | £551 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -54% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 784 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -54% 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.