Simvastatin Prescribing at WYRESDALE ROAD SURGERY
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
854
Total Quantity
32.3K
NHS Cost
£870
vs National Avg
-49.9%
WYRESDALE ROAD SURGERY prescribed 854 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £870 to the NHS. This is 49.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 854 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 32,326 |
| Total NHS Cost | £870 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -49.9% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 854 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -49.9% 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.