Simvastatin Prescribing at VERITAS HEALTH CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
749
Total Quantity
19.6K
NHS Cost
£566
vs National Avg
-56%
VERITAS HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 749 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £566 to the NHS. This is 56% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
61
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 749 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,642 |
| Total NHS Cost | £566 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -56% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 749 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -56% 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.