Simvastatin Prescribing at OLD SCHOOL SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,192
Total Quantity
33.5K
NHS Cost
£979
vs National Avg
-30%
OLD SCHOOL SURGERY prescribed 1,192 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £979 to the NHS. This is 30% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
124
Jun 2026
104
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
105
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
97
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,192 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 33,525 |
| Total NHS Cost | £979 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -30% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,192 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -30% 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.