Simvastatin Prescribing at MEOPHAM MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,498
Total Quantity
65.7K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+46.6%
MEOPHAM MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,498 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,783 to the NHS. This is 46.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
219
Jul 2026
232
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
219
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
181
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,498 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 65,732 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,783 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +46.6% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,498 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +46.6% 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.