Simvastatin Prescribing at MERSHAM MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
533
Total Quantity
18.9K
NHS Cost
£543
vs National Avg
-68.7%
MERSHAM MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 533 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £543 to the NHS. This is 68.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 533 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,921 |
| Total NHS Cost | £543 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -68.7% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 533 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -68.7% 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.