Simvastatin Prescribing at OLDHAM MEDICAL SERVICES
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
868
Total Quantity
27.4K
NHS Cost
£769
vs National Avg
-49.1%
OLDHAM MEDICAL SERVICES prescribed 868 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £769 to the NHS. This is 49.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
71
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 868 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,381 |
| Total NHS Cost | £769 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -49.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 868 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -49.1% 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.