Simvastatin Prescribing at DERRY DOWNS SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
668
Total Quantity
34.6K
NHS Cost
£948
vs National Avg
-60.8%
DERRY DOWNS SURGERY prescribed 668 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £948 to the NHS. This is 60.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 668 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 34,552 |
| Total NHS Cost | £948 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -60.8% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 668 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -60.8% 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.