Simvastatin Prescribing at PRESTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
745
Total Quantity
35.2K
NHS Cost
£938
vs National Avg
-56.3%
PRESTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 745 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £938 to the NHS. This is 56.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
53
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 745 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 35,196 |
| Total NHS Cost | £938 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -56.3% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 745 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -56.3% 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.