Simvastatin Prescribing at WEST LODGE SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
3,046
Total Quantity
102.2K
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
+78.8%
WEST LODGE SURGERY prescribed 3,046 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,857 to the NHS. This is 78.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
260
Jun 2026
248
Jun 2026
270
Jun 2026
257
Jun 2026
254
Jun 2026
242
Jun 2026
265
Jun 2026
263
Jun 2026
273
Jun 2026
249
Jun 2026
230
Jun 2026
235
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,046 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 102,180 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,857 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +78.8% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,046 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +78.8% 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.