Coal tar Prescribing at CASTLE MEDICAL CENTRE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)
67
Total Quantity
18.4K
NHS Cost
£372
vs National Avg
-8%

CASTLE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 67 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £372 to the NHS. This is 8% below 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
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5

Prescribing Details

Total Items67
Total Quantity18,375
Total NHS Cost£372
Presentations2 different forms
vs National Average-8%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice67 items
National average per practice73 items
Difference-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.