Simvastatin Prescribing at BUCKFASTLEIGH MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
423
Total Quantity
19.5K
NHS Cost
£520
vs National Avg
-75.2%
BUCKFASTLEIGH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 423 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £520 to the NHS. This is 75.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
44
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 423 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,538 |
| Total NHS Cost | £520 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -75.2% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 423 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -75.2% 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.