Simvastatin Prescribing at SHIRLAND MEDICAL
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
272
Total Quantity
8,309
NHS Cost
£255
vs National Avg
-84%
SHIRLAND MEDICAL prescribed 272 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £255 to the NHS. This is 84% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 272 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,309 |
| Total NHS Cost | £255 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -84% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 272 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -84% 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.