Simvastatin Prescribing at FOREST HILL GROUP PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
843
Total Quantity
21.7K
NHS Cost
£678
vs National Avg
-50.5%
FOREST HILL GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 843 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £678 to the NHS. This is 50.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
71
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 843 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,742 |
| Total NHS Cost | £678 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -50.5% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 843 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -50.5% 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.