Simvastatin Prescribing at SKELMANTHORPE FAMILY DOCTORS
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
738
Total Quantity
24.4K
NHS Cost
£716
vs National Avg
-56.7%
SKELMANTHORPE FAMILY DOCTORS prescribed 738 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £716 to the NHS. This is 56.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
64
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 738 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,400 |
| Total NHS Cost | £716 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -56.7% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 738 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -56.7% 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.