Simvastatin Prescribing at EASTGATE MEDICAL GROUP
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,928
Total Quantity
103.2K
NHS Cost
£6.2K
vs National Avg
+71.8%
EASTGATE MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 2,928 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,174 to the NHS. This is 71.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
304
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
267
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
251
Jul 2026
220
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
239
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,928 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 103,189 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,174 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +71.8% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,928 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +71.8% 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.