Simvastatin Prescribing at MD FAMILY PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
687
Total Quantity
22.1K
NHS Cost
£589
vs National Avg
-59.7%
MD FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 687 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £589 to the NHS. This is 59.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
58
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 687 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,064 |
| Total NHS Cost | £589 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -59.7% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 687 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -59.7% 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.