Simvastatin Prescribing at CASTLE MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,047
Total Quantity
91.9K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+20.1%
CASTLE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,047 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,494 to the NHS. This is 20.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
173
Jun 2026
164
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
163
Jun 2026
183
Jun 2026
171
Jun 2026
179
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
155
Jun 2026
165
Jun 2026
152
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,047 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 91,907 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,494 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +20.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,047 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +20.1% 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.