Simvastatin Prescribing at OULTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,896
Total Quantity
113.3K
NHS Cost
£3.2K
vs National Avg
+70%
OULTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,896 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,242 to the NHS. This is 70% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
251
Jul 2026
253
Jul 2026
254
Jul 2026
262
Jul 2026
240
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
241
Jul 2026
271
Jul 2026
182
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
225
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,896 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 113,313 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,242 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +70% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,896 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +70% 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.