Simvastatin Prescribing at EAST LEICESTER MED PRACT(S LONGWORTH)
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,030
Total Quantity
73.8K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+19.1%
EAST LEICESTER MED PRACT(S LONGWORTH) prescribed 2,030 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,106 to the NHS. This is 19.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
184
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
144
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
163
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
158
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
163
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,030 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 73,785 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,106 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +19.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,030 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +19.1% 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.