Simvastatin Prescribing at PRUDHOE MEDICAL GROUP
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
818
Total Quantity
26.2K
NHS Cost
£699
vs National Avg
-52%
PRUDHOE MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 818 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £699 to the NHS. This is 52% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 818 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,159 |
| Total NHS Cost | £699 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -52% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 818 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -52% 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.