Simvastatin Prescribing at WATERBEACH AND COTTENHAM SURGERIES
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,303
Total Quantity
33.8K
NHS Cost
£948
vs National Avg
-23.5%
WATERBEACH AND COTTENHAM SURGERIES prescribed 1,303 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £948 to the NHS. This is 23.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
126
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
133
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
121
Jun 2026
140
Jun 2026
147
Jun 2026
108
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
80
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,303 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 33,803 |
| Total NHS Cost | £948 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -23.5% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,303 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -23.5% 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.