Coal tar Prescribing at BURNLEY GROUP PRACTICE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

191

Total Quantity

49.4K

NHS Cost

£1.1K

vs National Avg

+162.4%

BURNLEY GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 191 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,055 to the NHS. This is 162.4% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	191
Total Quantity	49,400
Total NHS Cost	£1,055
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	+162.4%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	191 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+162.4% 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.