Simvastatin Prescribing at CASTLETON HEALTH CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,234
Total Quantity
97.4K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+31.1%
CASTLETON HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 2,234 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,704 to the NHS. This is 31.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
199
Jun 2026
182
Jun 2026
205
Jun 2026
190
Jun 2026
191
Jun 2026
192
Jun 2026
164
Jun 2026
187
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
171
Jun 2026
174
Jun 2026
190
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,234 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 97,395 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,704 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +31.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,234 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +31.1% 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.