Simvastatin Prescribing at WIDCOMBE SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
787
Total Quantity
31.8K
NHS Cost
£901
vs National Avg
-53.8%
WIDCOMBE SURGERY prescribed 787 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £901 to the NHS. This is 53.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 787 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,813 |
| Total NHS Cost | £901 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -53.8% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 787 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -53.8% 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.