Simvastatin Prescribing at SOUTH READING & SHINFIELD GROUP MED PRAC
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
811
Total Quantity
27.8K
NHS Cost
£767
vs National Avg
-52.4%
SOUTH READING & SHINFIELD GROUP MED PRAC prescribed 811 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £767 to the NHS. This is 52.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 811 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,840 |
| Total NHS Cost | £767 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -52.4% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 811 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -52.4% 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.