Simvastatin Prescribing at TOPSHAM SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
995
Total Quantity
23.6K
NHS Cost
£683
vs National Avg
-41.6%
TOPSHAM SURGERY prescribed 995 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £683 to the NHS. This is 41.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
85
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 995 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 23,589 |
| Total NHS Cost | £683 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -41.6% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 995 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -41.6% 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.