Coal tar Prescribing at BYRON MEDICAL PRACTICE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

212

Total Quantity

52.2K

NHS Cost

£1.4K

vs National Avg

+191.2%

BYRON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 212 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,361 to the NHS. This is 191.2% 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	212
Total Quantity	52,175
Total NHS Cost	£1,361
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+191.2%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	212 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+191.2% 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.