Simvastatin Prescribing at EDLINGTON HEALTH CENTRE PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,512
Total Quantity
69.0K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+47.4%
EDLINGTON HEALTH CENTRE PRACTICE prescribed 2,512 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,990 to the NHS. This is 47.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
250
Jun 2026
202
Jun 2026
243
Jun 2026
224
Jun 2026
225
Jun 2026
194
Jun 2026
220
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
201
Jun 2026
174
Jun 2026
190
Jun 2026
189
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,512 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 68,950 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,990 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +47.4% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,512 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +47.4% 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.