Simvastatin Prescribing at LEWISHAM MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
565
Total Quantity
29.6K
NHS Cost
£818
vs National Avg
-66.8%
LEWISHAM MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 565 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £818 to the NHS. This is 66.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 565 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 29,596 |
| Total NHS Cost | £818 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -66.8% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 565 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -66.8% 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.