Simvastatin Prescribing at LOWTON & PLATT BRIDGE SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
824
Total Quantity
33.0K
NHS Cost
£926
vs National Avg
-51.6%
LOWTON & PLATT BRIDGE SURGERY prescribed 824 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £926 to the NHS. This is 51.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 824 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 32,970 |
| Total NHS Cost | £926 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -51.6% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 824 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -51.6% 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.