Simvastatin Prescribing at ELMTREES SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
524
Total Quantity
16.5K
NHS Cost
£479
vs National Avg
-69.2%
ELMTREES SURGERY prescribed 524 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £479 to the NHS. This is 69.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 524 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,485 |
| Total NHS Cost | £479 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -69.2% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 524 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -69.2% 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.