Simvastatin Prescribing at OVERTON PARK SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
950
Total Quantity
32.9K
NHS Cost
£949
vs National Avg
-44.2%
OVERTON PARK SURGERY prescribed 950 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £949 to the NHS. This is 44.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
76
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 950 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 32,905 |
| Total NHS Cost | £949 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -44.2% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 950 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -44.2% 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.