Simvastatin Prescribing at DICKENSON ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
834
Total Quantity
22.0K
NHS Cost
£631
vs National Avg
-51.1%
DICKENSON ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 834 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £631 to the NHS. This is 51.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 834 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,973 |
| Total NHS Cost | £631 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -51.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 834 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -51.1% 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.