Simvastatin Prescribing at DERWENT MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
767
Total Quantity
31.4K
NHS Cost
£868
vs National Avg
-55%
DERWENT MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 767 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £868 to the NHS. This is 55% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
60
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 767 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,430 |
| Total NHS Cost | £868 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -55% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 767 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -55% 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.