Simvastatin Prescribing at SWADLINCOTE SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,774
Total Quantity
122.9K
NHS Cost
£3.4K
vs National Avg
+62.8%
SWADLINCOTE SURGERY prescribed 2,774 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,376 to the NHS. This is 62.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
269
Jun 2026
226
Jun 2026
251
Jun 2026
243
Jun 2026
222
Jun 2026
277
Jun 2026
213
Jun 2026
232
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
214
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
196
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,774 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 122,895 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,376 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +62.8% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,774 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +62.8% 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.