Simvastatin Prescribing at THE LIMES MEDICAL CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,621
Total Quantity
50.0K
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
-4.9%
THE LIMES MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,621 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,358 to the NHS. This is 4.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
138
Jul 2026
145
Jul 2026
133
Jul 2026
137
Jul 2026
134
Jul 2026
132
Jul 2026
132
Jul 2026
139
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
129
Jul 2026
133
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,621 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 49,966 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,358 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -4.9% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,621 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -4.9% 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.