Simvastatin Prescribing at PENROSE SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,039
Total Quantity
21.6K
NHS Cost
£697
vs National Avg
-39%
PENROSE SURGERY prescribed 1,039 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £697 to the NHS. This is 39% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
121
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
81
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,039 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,623 |
| Total NHS Cost | £697 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -39% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,039 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -39% 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.