Simvastatin Prescribing at SHAP MEDICAL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,326
Total Quantity
32.6K
NHS Cost
£940
vs National Avg
-22.2%
SHAP MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,326 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £940 to the NHS. This is 22.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
128
Jun 2026
105
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
120
Jun 2026
105
Jun 2026
120
Jun 2026
110
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
94
Jun 2026
136
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,326 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 32,550 |
| Total NHS Cost | £940 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -22.2% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,326 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -22.2% 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.