Simvastatin Prescribing at PLECK HEALTH CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,758
Total Quantity
81.3K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+3.2%
PLECK HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 1,758 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,565 to the NHS. This is 3.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
173
Jun 2026
139
Jun 2026
176
Jun 2026
138
Jun 2026
158
Jun 2026
160
Jun 2026
127
Jun 2026
148
Jun 2026
149
Jun 2026
131
Jun 2026
137
Jun 2026
122
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,758 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 81,319 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,565 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +3.2% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,758 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +3.2% 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.