Simvastatin Prescribing at CASTLE PLACE PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
508
Total Quantity
18.6K
NHS Cost
£537
vs National Avg
-70.2%
CASTLE PLACE PRACTICE prescribed 508 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £537 to the NHS. This is 70.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
41
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 508 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,557 |
| Total NHS Cost | £537 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -70.2% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 508 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -70.2% 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.