Simvastatin Prescribing at MEASHAM MEDICAL UNIT
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
4,105
Total Quantity
115.5K
NHS Cost
£3.2K
vs National Avg
+140.9%
MEASHAM MEDICAL UNIT prescribed 4,105 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,232 to the NHS. This is 140.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
408
Jun 2026
354
Jun 2026
366
Jun 2026
365
Jun 2026
328
Jun 2026
367
Jun 2026
318
Jun 2026
327
Jun 2026
336
Jun 2026
305
Jun 2026
308
Jun 2026
323
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,105 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 115,509 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,232 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +140.9% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,105 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +140.9% 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.