Simvastatin Prescribing at DROYLSDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
549
Total Quantity
18.4K
NHS Cost
£501
vs National Avg
-67.8%
DROYLSDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 549 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £501 to the NHS. This is 67.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 549 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,441 |
| Total NHS Cost | £501 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -67.8% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 549 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -67.8% 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.