Simvastatin Prescribing at LIGHTWATER SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,552
Total Quantity
93.1K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
-8.9%
LIGHTWATER SURGERY prescribed 1,552 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,563 to the NHS. This is 8.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
141
Jun 2026
132
Jun 2026
119
Jun 2026
141
Jun 2026
122
Jun 2026
148
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
121
Jun 2026
138
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
144
Jun 2026
115
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,552 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 93,146 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,563 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -8.9% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,552 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -8.9% 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.