Simvastatin Prescribing at WESTCOTES GP SURGERY (TWO)
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
355
Total Quantity
7,826
NHS Cost
£227
vs National Avg
-79.2%
WESTCOTES GP SURGERY (TWO) prescribed 355 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £227 to the NHS. This is 79.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
26
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 355 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,826 |
| Total NHS Cost | £227 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -79.2% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 355 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -79.2% 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.