Simvastatin Prescribing at ST LAWRENCE ROAD SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,129
Total Quantity
59.0K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+24.9%
ST LAWRENCE ROAD SURGERY prescribed 2,129 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,658 to the NHS. This is 24.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
192
Jun 2026
206
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
165
Jun 2026
197
Jun 2026
160
Jun 2026
168
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
152
Jun 2026
165
Jun 2026
151
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,129 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 59,008 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,658 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +24.9% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,129 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +24.9% 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.