Simvastatin Prescribing at THE 157 MEDICAL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
815
Total Quantity
20.4K
NHS Cost
£628
vs National Avg
-52.2%
THE 157 MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 815 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £628 to the NHS. This is 52.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
67
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 815 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,405 |
| Total NHS Cost | £628 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -52.2% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 815 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -52.2% 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.