Simvastatin Prescribing at WEST4 GPS
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
502
Total Quantity
18.0K
NHS Cost
£507
vs National Avg
-70.5%
WEST4 GPS prescribed 502 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £507 to the NHS. This is 70.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 502 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,955 |
| Total NHS Cost | £507 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -70.5% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 502 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -70.5% 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.