Simvastatin Prescribing at MOUNT AVENUE SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,044
Total Quantity
103.7K
NHS Cost
£2.8K
vs National Avg
+20%
MOUNT AVENUE SURGERY prescribed 2,044 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,840 to the NHS. This is 20% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
187
Jun 2026
164
Jun 2026
207
Jun 2026
175
Jun 2026
169
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
160
Jun 2026
170
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
145
Jun 2026
144
Jun 2026
168
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,044 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 103,691 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,840 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +20% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,044 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +20% 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.