Coal tar Prescribing at ARLINGTON ROAD SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)
85
Total Quantity
24.0K
NHS Cost
£504
vs National Avg
+16.8%

ARLINGTON ROAD SURGERY prescribed 85 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £504 to the NHS. This is 16.8% 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
9
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
8

Prescribing Details

Total Items85
Total Quantity24,000
Total NHS Cost£504
Presentations3 different forms
vs National Average+16.8%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice85 items
National average per practice73 items
Difference+16.8% 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.