Simvastatin Prescribing at NEW STREET & NETHERTON GROUP PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,023
Total Quantity
62.9K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+18.7%
NEW STREET & NETHERTON GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 2,023 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,876 to the NHS. This is 18.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
181
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
182
Jul 2026
146
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
139
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
134
Jul 2026
173
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,023 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 62,886 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,876 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +18.7% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,023 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +18.7% 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.