Simvastatin Prescribing at MAGDALEN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,487
Total Quantity
105.1K
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
+46%
MAGDALEN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,487 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,932 to the NHS. This is 46% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
233
Jun 2026
210
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
212
Jun 2026
214
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
215
Jun 2026
164
Jun 2026
195
Jun 2026
182
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,487 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 105,106 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,932 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +46% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,487 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +46% vs national average |
Explore More
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.