Simvastatin Prescribing at NEW SOUTHGATE SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,183
Total Quantity
111.7K
NHS Cost
£3.2K
vs National Avg
+28.1%
NEW SOUTHGATE SURGERY prescribed 2,183 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,158 to the NHS. This is 28.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
192
Jun 2026
175
Jun 2026
187
Jun 2026
184
Jun 2026
175
Jun 2026
182
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
150
Jun 2026
184
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,183 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 111,690 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,158 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +28.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,183 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +28.1% 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.