Simvastatin Prescribing at GREENSANDS (POTTON)
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,590
Total Quantity
73.0K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+52%
GREENSANDS (POTTON) prescribed 2,590 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,996 to the NHS. This is 52% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
255
Jun 2026
199
Jun 2026
224
Jun 2026
245
Jun 2026
214
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
193
Jun 2026
197
Jun 2026
199
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,590 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 72,956 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,996 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +52% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,590 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +52% 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.