Simvastatin Prescribing at DUNSTER & PORLOCK SURGERIES
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
646
Total Quantity
20.3K
NHS Cost
£583
vs National Avg
-62.1%
DUNSTER & PORLOCK SURGERIES prescribed 646 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £583 to the NHS. This is 62.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 646 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,274 |
| Total NHS Cost | £583 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -62.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 646 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -62.1% 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.