Simvastatin Prescribing at RICKLETON MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
914
Total Quantity
22.9K
NHS Cost
£647
vs National Avg
-46.4%
RICKLETON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 914 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £647 to the NHS. This is 46.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
71
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 914 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,894 |
| Total NHS Cost | £647 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -46.4% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 914 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -46.4% 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.