Simvastatin Prescribing at ST JAMES MEDICAL PRACTICE1
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
288
Total Quantity
11.3K
NHS Cost
£306
vs National Avg
-83.1%
ST JAMES MEDICAL PRACTICE1 prescribed 288 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £306 to the NHS. This is 83.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
15
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 288 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 11,340 |
| Total NHS Cost | £306 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -83.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 288 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -83.1% 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.