Simvastatin Prescribing at OLD HILL MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
595
Total Quantity
22.0K
NHS Cost
£605
vs National Avg
-65.1%
OLD HILL MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 595 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £605 to the NHS. This is 65.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 595 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,008 |
| Total NHS Cost | £605 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -65.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 595 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -65.1% 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.