Simvastatin Prescribing at LOSTWITHIEL SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
955
Total Quantity
26.3K
NHS Cost
£828
vs National Avg
-44%
LOSTWITHIEL SURGERY prescribed 955 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £828 to the NHS. This is 44% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
67
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 955 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,278 |
| Total NHS Cost | £828 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -44% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 955 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -44% 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.