Simvastatin Prescribing at BURNLEY PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
705
Total Quantity
13.5K
NHS Cost
£438
vs National Avg
-58.6%
BURNLEY PRACTICE prescribed 705 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £438 to the NHS. This is 58.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 705 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,531 |
| Total NHS Cost | £438 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -58.6% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 705 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -58.6% 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.