Simvastatin Prescribing at SHAKESPEARE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
237
Total Quantity
7,504
NHS Cost
£212
vs National Avg
-86.1%
SHAKESPEARE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 237 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £212 to the NHS. This is 86.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 237 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,504 |
| Total NHS Cost | £212 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -86.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 237 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -86.1% 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.