Simvastatin Prescribing at WATERFOOT MEDICAL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,386
Total Quantity
72.4K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+40%
WATERFOOT MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,386 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,038 to the NHS. This is 40% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
240
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
180
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,386 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 72,391 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,038 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +40% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,386 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +40% 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.