Simvastatin Prescribing at SHIFA SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
620
Total Quantity
17.7K
NHS Cost
£504
vs National Avg
-63.6%
SHIFA SURGERY prescribed 620 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £504 to the NHS. This is 63.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 620 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,745 |
| Total NHS Cost | £504 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -63.6% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 620 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -63.6% 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.