Simvastatin Prescribing at OAK HALL
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,228
Total Quantity
113.5K
NHS Cost
£3.0K
vs National Avg
+30.8%
OAK HALL prescribed 2,228 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,036 to the NHS. This is 30.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
191
Jun 2026
180
Jun 2026
201
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
176
Jun 2026
176
Jun 2026
191
Jun 2026
180
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
166
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
168
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,228 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 113,526 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,036 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.8% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,228 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +30.8% 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.