Simvastatin Prescribing at NEWTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
621
Total Quantity
26.3K
NHS Cost
£769
vs National Avg
-63.6%
NEWTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 621 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £769 to the NHS. This is 63.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 621 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,325 |
| Total NHS Cost | £769 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -63.6% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 621 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -63.6% 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.