Simvastatin Prescribing at PENDLETON MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
892
Total Quantity
24.6K
NHS Cost
£694
vs National Avg
-47.7%
PENDLETON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 892 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £694 to the NHS. This is 47.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
71
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 892 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,647 |
| Total NHS Cost | £694 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -47.7% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 892 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -47.7% 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.