Simvastatin Prescribing at OLDFIELD FAMILY PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
857
Total Quantity
16.9K
NHS Cost
£512
vs National Avg
-49.7%
OLDFIELD FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 857 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £512 to the NHS. This is 49.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
71
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 857 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,902 |
| Total NHS Cost | £512 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -49.7% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 857 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -49.7% 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.