Simvastatin Prescribing at SIXPENNY HANDLEY SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
989
Total Quantity
28.4K
NHS Cost
£837
vs National Avg
-42%
SIXPENNY HANDLEY SURGERY prescribed 989 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £837 to the NHS. This is 42% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
109
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
88
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 989 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,428 |
| Total NHS Cost | £837 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -42% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 989 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -42% 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.