Simvastatin Prescribing at BRIERLEY MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,419
Total Quantity
29.4K
NHS Cost
£885
vs National Avg
-16.7%
BRIERLEY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,419 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £885 to the NHS. This is 16.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
137
Jun 2026
122
Jun 2026
133
Jun 2026
133
Jun 2026
135
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
90
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,419 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 29,428 |
| Total NHS Cost | £885 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.7% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,419 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -16.7% 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.