Simvastatin Prescribing at SMS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
702
Total Quantity
21.1K
NHS Cost
£607
vs National Avg
-58.8%
SMS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 702 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £607 to the NHS. This is 58.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 702 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,147 |
| Total NHS Cost | £607 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -58.8% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 702 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -58.8% 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.