Simvastatin Prescribing at NEW OTTERSHAW SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
556
Total Quantity
29.5K
NHS Cost
£802
vs National Avg
-67.4%
NEW OTTERSHAW SURGERY prescribed 556 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £802 to the NHS. This is 67.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 556 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 29,463 |
| Total NHS Cost | £802 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -67.4% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 556 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -67.4% 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.