Simvastatin Prescribing at HILLCREST SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
584
Total Quantity
18.1K
NHS Cost
£556
vs National Avg
-65.7%
HILLCREST SURGERY prescribed 584 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £556 to the NHS. This is 65.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
50
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 584 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,081 |
| Total NHS Cost | £556 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -65.7% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 584 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -65.7% 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.