Simvastatin Prescribing at ST. JOHNS SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,910
Total Quantity
127.8K
NHS Cost
£3.5K
vs National Avg
+70.8%
ST. JOHNS SURGERY prescribed 2,910 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,542 to the NHS. This is 70.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
281
Jun 2026
234
Jun 2026
260
Jun 2026
258
Jun 2026
244
Jun 2026
247
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
241
Jun 2026
251
Jun 2026
205
Jun 2026
241
Jun 2026
210
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,910 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 127,751 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,542 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +70.8% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,910 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +70.8% 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.