Simvastatin Prescribing at NEWLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,846
Total Quantity
91.5K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+67%
NEWLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,846 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,665 to the NHS. This is 67% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
241
Jun 2026
236
Jun 2026
258
Jun 2026
233
Jun 2026
250
Jun 2026
240
Jun 2026
246
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
245
Jun 2026
212
Jun 2026
235
Jun 2026
223
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,846 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 91,469 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,665 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +67% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,846 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +67% 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.