Simvastatin Prescribing at PERKINS PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
681
Total Quantity
21.8K
NHS Cost
£641
vs National Avg
-60%
PERKINS PRACTICE prescribed 681 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £641 to the NHS. This is 60% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 681 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,819 |
| Total NHS Cost | £641 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -60% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 681 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -60% 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.