Simvastatin Prescribing at THE LIGHTHOUSE GROUP PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,388
Total Quantity
93.0K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+40.1%
THE LIGHTHOUSE GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 2,388 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,595 to the NHS. This is 40.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
202
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
215
Jun 2026
203
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
206
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
194
Jun 2026
177
Jun 2026
189
Jun 2026
181
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,388 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 92,990 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,595 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +40.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,388 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +40.1% 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.