Simvastatin Prescribing at NEW LONGTON SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
697
Total Quantity
21.6K
NHS Cost
£585
vs National Avg
-59.1%
NEW LONGTON SURGERY prescribed 697 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £585 to the NHS. This is 59.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
53
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 697 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,616 |
| Total NHS Cost | £585 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -59.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 697 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -59.1% 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.