Simvastatin Prescribing at WESTWOOD PRIMARY CARE CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
443
Total Quantity
12.3K
NHS Cost
£324
vs National Avg
-74%
WESTWOOD PRIMARY CARE CENTRE prescribed 443 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £324 to the NHS. This is 74% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 443 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 12,285 |
| Total NHS Cost | £324 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -74% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 443 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -74% 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.