Simvastatin Prescribing at CENTRAL SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,242
Total Quantity
73.0K
NHS Cost
£4.9K
vs National Avg
+31.6%
CENTRAL SURGERY prescribed 2,242 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,912 to the NHS. This is 31.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
169
Jun 2026
222
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
187
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
207
Jun 2026
152
Jun 2026
176
Jun 2026
171
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,242 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 72,997 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,912 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +31.6% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,242 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +31.6% 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.