Simvastatin Prescribing at GILDERSOME HEALTH CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
566
Total Quantity
18.6K
NHS Cost
£569
vs National Avg
-66.8%
GILDERSOME HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 566 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £569 to the NHS. This is 66.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 566 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,606 |
| Total NHS Cost | £569 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -66.8% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 566 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -66.8% 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.