Simvastatin Prescribing at DR VM PATEL
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
637
Total Quantity
33.1K
NHS Cost
£856
vs National Avg
-62.6%
DR VM PATEL prescribed 637 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £856 to the NHS. This is 62.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 637 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 33,075 |
| Total NHS Cost | £856 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -62.6% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 637 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -62.6% 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.