Simvastatin Prescribing at CARTMEL SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
823
Total Quantity
22.6K
NHS Cost
£652
vs National Avg
-51.7%
CARTMEL SURGERY prescribed 823 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £652 to the NHS. This is 51.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
53
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 823 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,600 |
| Total NHS Cost | £652 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -51.7% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 823 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -51.7% 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.