Simvastatin Prescribing at KIRKBY HEALTH CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
980
Total Quantity
27.8K
NHS Cost
£738
vs National Avg
-42.5%
KIRKBY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 980 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £738 to the NHS. This is 42.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
78
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 980 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,804 |
| Total NHS Cost | £738 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -42.5% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 980 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -42.5% 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.