Simvastatin Prescribing at THE ELMS SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
465
Total Quantity
16.0K
NHS Cost
£458
vs National Avg
-72.7%
THE ELMS SURGERY prescribed 465 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £458 to the NHS. This is 72.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 465 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,960 |
| Total NHS Cost | £458 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -72.7% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 465 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -72.7% 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.