Simvastatin Prescribing at THE FOREST SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
799
Total Quantity
23.4K
NHS Cost
£694
vs National Avg
-53.1%
THE FOREST SURGERY prescribed 799 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £694 to the NHS. This is 53.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 799 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 23,401 |
| Total NHS Cost | £694 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -53.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 799 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -53.1% 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.