Simvastatin Prescribing at JOHN SMITH MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
799
Total Quantity
16.5K
NHS Cost
£935
vs National Avg
-53.1%
JOHN SMITH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 799 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £935 to the NHS. This is 53.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
65
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 799 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,462 |
| Total NHS Cost | £935 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -53.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 799 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -53.1% 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.