Simvastatin Prescribing at WESTLEIGH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
575
Total Quantity
19.2K
NHS Cost
£514
vs National Avg
-66.3%
WESTLEIGH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 575 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £514 to the NHS. This is 66.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
44
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 575 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,173 |
| Total NHS Cost | £514 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -66.3% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 575 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -66.3% 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.