Simvastatin Prescribing at ST RICHARDS ROAD SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,420
Total Quantity
113.2K
NHS Cost
£5.1K
vs National Avg
+42%
ST RICHARDS ROAD SURGERY prescribed 2,420 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,126 to the NHS. This is 42% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
241
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
225
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
214
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
201
Jun 2026
209
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
184
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
174
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,420 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 113,236 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,126 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +42% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,420 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +42% 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.