Simvastatin Prescribing at NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH MED.CTR.
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,676
Total Quantity
93.6K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+57%
NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH MED.CTR. prescribed 2,676 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,681 to the NHS. This is 57% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
237
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
271
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
237
Jun 2026
210
Jun 2026
239
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
192
Jun 2026
190
Jun 2026
199
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,676 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 93,597 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,681 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +57% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,676 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +57% vs national average |
Explore More
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.