Coal tar Prescribing at CARITAS GENERAL PRACTICE PARTNERSHIP

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

105

Total Quantity

28.1K

NHS Cost

£650

vs National Avg

+44.2%

CARITAS GENERAL PRACTICE PARTNERSHIP prescribed 105 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £650 to the NHS. This is 44.2% 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

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	105
Total Quantity	28,050
Total NHS Cost	£650
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+44.2%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	105 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+44.2% 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.