Simvastatin Prescribing at SHIRES HEALTHCARE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,090
Total Quantity
32.8K
NHS Cost
£925
vs National Avg
-36%
SHIRES HEALTHCARE prescribed 1,090 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £925 to the NHS. This is 36% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
80
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,090 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 32,758 |
| Total NHS Cost | £925 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -36% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,090 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -36% 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.