Simvastatin Prescribing at MELTHAM GROUP PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
630
Total Quantity
23.6K
NHS Cost
£655
vs National Avg
-63%
MELTHAM GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 630 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £655 to the NHS. This is 63% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 630 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 23,558 |
| Total NHS Cost | £655 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -63% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 630 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -63% 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.