Simvastatin Prescribing at ELSWICK FAMILY PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
738
Total Quantity
15.6K
NHS Cost
£488
vs National Avg
-56.7%
ELSWICK FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 738 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £488 to the NHS. This is 56.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 738 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,582 |
| Total NHS Cost | £488 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -56.7% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 738 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -56.7% 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.