Simvastatin Prescribing at WATLING STREET SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,844
Total Quantity
81.0K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+66.9%
WATLING STREET SURGERY prescribed 2,844 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,243 to the NHS. This is 66.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
254
Jun 2026
231
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
280
Jun 2026
234
Jun 2026
242
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
243
Jun 2026
243
Jun 2026
224
Jun 2026
227
Jun 2026
219
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,844 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 80,961 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,243 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +66.9% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,844 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +66.9% 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.