Simvastatin Prescribing at WICKERSLEY HEALTH CENTRE
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
2,677
Total Quantity
75.2K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+57.1%
WICKERSLEY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 2,677 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,012 to the NHS. This is 57.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
241
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
228
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
232
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
198
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,677 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 75,203 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,012 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +57.1% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,677 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | +57.1% 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.