Simvastatin Prescribing at SOUTHMEAD SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
850
Total Quantity
33.8K
NHS Cost
£975
vs National Avg
-50.1%
SOUTHMEAD SURGERY prescribed 850 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £975 to the NHS. This is 50.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
58
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 850 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 33,835 |
| Total NHS Cost | £975 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -50.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 850 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -50.1% 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.