Simvastatin Prescribing at POOLE TOWN SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
662
Total Quantity
32.4K
NHS Cost
£897
vs National Avg
-61.1%
POOLE TOWN SURGERY prescribed 662 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £897 to the NHS. This is 61.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 662 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 32,389 |
| Total NHS Cost | £897 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -61.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 662 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -61.1% 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.