Simvastatin Prescribing at PLUMSTEAD AND WICKHAM LANE SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
814
Total Quantity
28.1K
NHS Cost
£771
vs National Avg
-52.2%
PLUMSTEAD AND WICKHAM LANE SURGERY prescribed 814 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £771 to the NHS. This is 52.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 814 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,126 |
| Total NHS Cost | £771 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -52.2% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 814 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -52.2% 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.