Simvastatin Prescribing at CARADOC SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
3,664
Total Quantity
102.0K
NHS Cost
£2.8K
vs National Avg
+115%
CARADOC SURGERY prescribed 3,664 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,847 to the NHS. This is 115% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
356
Jun 2026
323
Jun 2026
344
Jun 2026
332
Jun 2026
288
Jun 2026
333
Jun 2026
295
Jun 2026
301
Jun 2026
294
Jun 2026
275
Jun 2026
268
Jun 2026
255
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,664 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 102,015 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,847 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +115% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,664 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +115% 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.