Simvastatin Prescribing at LEITH HILL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
853
Total Quantity
21.7K
NHS Cost
£658
vs National Avg
-49.9%
LEITH HILL PRACTICE prescribed 853 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £658 to the NHS. This is 49.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 853 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,679 |
| Total NHS Cost | £658 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -49.9% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 853 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -49.9% 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.