Simvastatin Prescribing at DR SP TALPAHEWA
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
661
Total Quantity
26.7K
NHS Cost
£715
vs National Avg
-61.2%
DR SP TALPAHEWA prescribed 661 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £715 to the NHS. This is 61.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
61
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 661 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,738 |
| Total NHS Cost | £715 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -61.2% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 661 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -61.2% 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.