Simvastatin Prescribing at FIRS SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
357
Total Quantity
12.2K
NHS Cost
£340
vs National Avg
-79%
FIRS SURGERY prescribed 357 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £340 to the NHS. This is 79% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 357 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,152 |
| Total NHS Cost | £340 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -79% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 357 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -79% 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.