Simvastatin Prescribing at GATEACRE MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
575
Total Quantity
19.5K
NHS Cost
£534
vs National Avg
-66.3%
GATEACRE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 575 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £534 to the NHS. This is 66.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 575 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,544 |
| Total NHS Cost | £534 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -66.3% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 575 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -66.3% 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.