Simvastatin Prescribing at HIGHAM FERRERS SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,268
Total Quantity
35.3K
NHS Cost
£964
vs National Avg
-25.6%
HIGHAM FERRERS SURGERY prescribed 1,268 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £964 to the NHS. This is 25.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
109
Jun 2026
110
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
105
Jun 2026
116
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
102
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,268 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 35,343 |
| Total NHS Cost | £964 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -25.6% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,268 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -25.6% 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.