Simvastatin Prescribing at SHAKESPEARE ROAD SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
793
Total Quantity
34.1K
NHS Cost
£917
vs National Avg
-53.5%
SHAKESPEARE ROAD SURGERY prescribed 793 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £917 to the NHS. This is 53.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
60
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 793 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 34,079 |
| Total NHS Cost | £917 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -53.5% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 793 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -53.5% 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.