Simvastatin Prescribing at SUMMERFIELD HEALTH CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,510
Total Quantity
87.8K
NHS Cost
£7.2K
vs National Avg
+47.3%
SUMMERFIELD HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 2,510 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,231 to the NHS. This is 47.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
210
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
213
Jun 2026
215
Jun 2026
220
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
197
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
180
Jun 2026
171
Jun 2026
218
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,510 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 87,820 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,231 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +47.3% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,510 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +47.3% 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.