Simvastatin Prescribing at SHAKESPEARE HEALTH CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
447
Total Quantity
16.0K
NHS Cost
£454
vs National Avg
-73.8%
SHAKESPEARE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 447 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £454 to the NHS. This is 73.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 447 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,988 |
| Total NHS Cost | £454 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -73.8% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 447 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -73.8% 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.