Simvastatin Prescribing at THE FAMILY SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
969
Total Quantity
33.5K
NHS Cost
£924
vs National Avg
-43.1%
THE FAMILY SURGERY prescribed 969 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £924 to the NHS. This is 43.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
99
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 969 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 33,453 |
| Total NHS Cost | £924 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -43.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 969 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -43.1% 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.