Coal tar Prescribing at ALMA MEDICAL CENTRE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

245

Total Quantity

66.0K

NHS Cost

£1.5K

vs National Avg

+236.5%

ALMA MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 245 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,494 to the NHS. This is 236.5% above 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	245
Total Quantity	65,950
Total NHS Cost	£1,494
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+236.5%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	245 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+236.5% 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.