Simvastatin Prescribing at TALBOT MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,038
Total Quantity
51.4K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+19.6%
TALBOT MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,038 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,544 to the NHS. This is 19.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
151
Jun 2026
170
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
173
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
173
Jun 2026
173
Jun 2026
162
Jun 2026
176
Jun 2026
146
Jun 2026
173
Jun 2026
156
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,038 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 51,408 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,544 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +19.6% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,038 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +19.6% 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.