Coal tar Prescribing at BEWICK CRESCENT SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)
175
Total Quantity
44.8K
NHS Cost
£969
vs National Avg
+140.4%

BEWICK CRESCENT SURGERY prescribed 175 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £969 to the NHS. This is 140.4% 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

Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
16

Prescribing Details

Total Items175
Total Quantity44,775
Total NHS Cost£969
Presentations4 different forms
vs National Average+140.4%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice175 items
National average per practice73 items
Difference+140.4% 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.