Simvastatin Prescribing at MILLBROOK SURGERY, CASTLE CARY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
938
Total Quantity
41.2K
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
-45%
MILLBROOK SURGERY, CASTLE CARY prescribed 938 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,126 to the NHS. This is 45% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
75
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 938 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 41,206 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,126 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -45% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 938 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -45% 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.