Coal tar Prescribing at CENTRAL SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

165

Total Quantity

45.5K

NHS Cost

£935

vs National Avg

+126.7%

CENTRAL SURGERY prescribed 165 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £935 to the NHS. This is 126.7% 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	165
Total Quantity	45,450
Total NHS Cost	£935
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+126.7%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	165 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+126.7% 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.