Simvastatin Prescribing at FOUNTAINS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
723
Total Quantity
22.5K
NHS Cost
£589
vs National Avg
-57.6%
FOUNTAINS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 723 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £589 to the NHS. This is 57.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 723 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,482 |
| Total NHS Cost | £589 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -57.6% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 723 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -57.6% 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.