Simvastatin Prescribing at WOLSTON SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
1,422
Total Quantity
31.2K
NHS Cost
£905
vs National Avg
-16.5%
WOLSTON SURGERY prescribed 1,422 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £905 to the NHS. This is 16.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
135
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
136
Jun 2026
120
Jun 2026
124
Jun 2026
127
Jun 2026
108
Jun 2026
120
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
112
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
101
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,422 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,193 |
| Total NHS Cost | £905 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.5% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,422 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -16.5% 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.