Simvastatin Prescribing at HETHERINGTON GROUP PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
375
Total Quantity
13.6K
NHS Cost
£405
vs National Avg
-78%
HETHERINGTON GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 375 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £405 to the NHS. This is 78% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
22
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 375 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,643 |
| Total NHS Cost | £405 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -78% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 375 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -78% 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.