Simvastatin Prescribing at CASTLE PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,364
Total Quantity
68.7K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+38.7%
CASTLE PRACTICE prescribed 2,364 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,893 to the NHS. This is 38.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
212
Jun 2026
187
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
209
Jun 2026
146
Jun 2026
271
Jun 2026
206
Jun 2026
205
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
171
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
181
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,364 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 68,716 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,893 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +38.7% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,364 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +38.7% 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.