Simvastatin Prescribing at DEAN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,106
Total Quantity
21.7K
NHS Cost
£647
vs National Avg
-35.1%
DEAN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,106 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £647 to the NHS. This is 35.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
140
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,106 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,685 |
| Total NHS Cost | £647 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -35.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,106 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -35.1% 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.