Simvastatin Prescribing at HIGHER HEYS SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
316
Total Quantity
9,597
NHS Cost
£269
vs National Avg
-81.5%
HIGHER HEYS SURGERY prescribed 316 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £269 to the NHS. This is 81.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 316 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,597 |
| Total NHS Cost | £269 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -81.5% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 316 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -81.5% 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.