Simvastatin Prescribing at DOWNSFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
816
Total Quantity
28.5K
NHS Cost
£766
vs National Avg
-52.1%
DOWNSFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 816 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £766 to the NHS. This is 52.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 816 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,476 |
| Total NHS Cost | £766 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -52.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 816 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -52.1% 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.