Simvastatin Prescribing at MERTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
403
Total Quantity
11.4K
NHS Cost
£330
vs National Avg
-76.3%
MERTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 403 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £330 to the NHS. This is 76.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 403 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,389 |
| Total NHS Cost | £330 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -76.3% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 403 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -76.3% 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.