Simvastatin Prescribing at NEWCASTLE MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
279
Total Quantity
4,004
NHS Cost
£133
vs National Avg
-83.6%
NEWCASTLE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 279 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £133 to the NHS. This is 83.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 279 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,004 |
| Total NHS Cost | £133 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -83.6% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 279 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -83.6% 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.