Simvastatin Prescribing at WEST TOWN SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
877
Total Quantity
21.6K
NHS Cost
£599
vs National Avg
-48.5%
WEST TOWN SURGERY prescribed 877 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £599 to the NHS. This is 48.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
69
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 877 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,643 |
| Total NHS Cost | £599 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -48.5% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 877 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -48.5% 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.