Simvastatin Prescribing at THE BIRCHES MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
590
Total Quantity
25.8K
NHS Cost
£699
vs National Avg
-65.4%
THE BIRCHES MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 590 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £699 to the NHS. This is 65.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 590 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,830 |
| Total NHS Cost | £699 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -65.4% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 590 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -65.4% 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.