Simvastatin Prescribing at THE HEALTH CENTRE SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
545
Total Quantity
18.4K
NHS Cost
£499
vs National Avg
-68%
THE HEALTH CENTRE SURGERY prescribed 545 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £499 to the NHS. This is 68% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 545 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 18,368 |
| Total NHS Cost | £499 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -68% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 545 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -68% 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.