Simvastatin Prescribing at EARLE ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,535
Total Quantity
70.0K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+48.8%
EARLE ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,535 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,043 to the NHS. This is 48.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
230
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
219
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
219
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
187
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,535 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 69,958 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,043 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +48.8% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,535 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +48.8% 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.