Simvastatin Prescribing at ORRELL PARK MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,098
Total Quantity
31.8K
NHS Cost
£868
vs National Avg
-35.6%
ORRELL PARK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,098 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £868 to the NHS. This is 35.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
111
Jul 2026
103
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
87
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,098 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,836 |
| Total NHS Cost | £868 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -35.6% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,098 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -35.6% 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.