Coal tar Prescribing at ADLINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)
59
Total Quantity
14.4K
NHS Cost
£295
vs National Avg
-19%

ADLINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 59 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £295 to the NHS. This is 19% below the national average prescribing rate. Coal tar is classified under Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
5

Prescribing Details

Total Items59
Total Quantity14,375
Total NHS Cost£295
Presentations2 different forms
vs National Average-19%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice59 items
National average per practice73 items
Difference-19% vs national average
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.