Simvastatin Prescribing at HILLCREST SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,011
Total Quantity
26.1K
NHS Cost
£809
vs National Avg
-40.7%
HILLCREST SURGERY prescribed 1,011 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £809 to the NHS. This is 40.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
104
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
109
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
80
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,011 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,075 |
| Total NHS Cost | £809 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.7% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,011 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -40.7% 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.