Coal tar Prescribing at CENTRAL SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

181

Total Quantity

48.2K

NHS Cost

£1.0K

vs National Avg

+148.6%

CENTRAL SURGERY prescribed 181 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,013 to the NHS. This is 148.6% 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	181
Total Quantity	48,175
Total NHS Cost	£1,013
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+148.6%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	181 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+148.6% 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.