Simvastatin Prescribing at VENTNOR MEDICAL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,988
Total Quantity
94.0K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+75.4%
VENTNOR MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,988 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,519 to the NHS. This is 75.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
280
Jun 2026
247
Jun 2026
277
Jun 2026
269
Jun 2026
256
Jun 2026
251
Jun 2026
251
Jun 2026
253
Jun 2026
241
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
232
Jun 2026
212
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,988 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 94,018 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,519 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +75.4% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,988 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +75.4% 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.