Simvastatin Prescribing at THE WHITSWOOD PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
504
Total Quantity
14.1K
NHS Cost
£599
vs National Avg
-70.4%
THE WHITSWOOD PRACTICE prescribed 504 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £599 to the NHS. This is 70.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 504 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,059 |
| Total NHS Cost | £599 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -70.4% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 504 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -70.4% 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.