Simvastatin Prescribing at CASTLEFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,033
Total Quantity
64.0K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+19.3%
CASTLEFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,033 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,874 to the NHS. This is 19.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
158
Jul 2026
180
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
169
Jul 2026
164
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
146
Jul 2026
147
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,033 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 63,985 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,874 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +19.3% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,033 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +19.3% 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.