Simvastatin Prescribing at HEYWOOD FAMILY PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
478
Total Quantity
24.9K
NHS Cost
£707
vs National Avg
-71.9%
HEYWOOD FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 478 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £707 to the NHS. This is 71.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 478 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,898 |
| Total NHS Cost | £707 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -71.9% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 478 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -71.9% 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.