Simvastatin Prescribing at THURSBY SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,853
Total Quantity
94.4K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+67.4%
THURSBY SURGERY prescribed 2,853 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,651 to the NHS. This is 67.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
258
Jun 2026
225
Jun 2026
249
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
246
Jun 2026
247
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
259
Jun 2026
251
Jun 2026
215
Jun 2026
204
Jun 2026
240
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,853 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 94,415 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,651 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +67.4% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,853 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +67.4% 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.