Simvastatin Prescribing at DRIGHLINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
475
Total Quantity
14.0K
NHS Cost
£394
vs National Avg
-72.1%
DRIGHLINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 475 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £394 to the NHS. This is 72.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 475 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,006 |
| Total NHS Cost | £394 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -72.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 475 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -72.1% 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.