Simvastatin Prescribing at LINKS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
249
Total Quantity
12.2K
NHS Cost
£337
vs National Avg
-85.4%
LINKS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 249 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £337 to the NHS. This is 85.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 249 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,208 |
| Total NHS Cost | £337 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -85.4% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 249 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -85.4% 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.