Coal tar Prescribing at COASTAL MEDICAL PARTNERSHIP

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

294

Total Quantity

78.3K

NHS Cost

£1.7K

vs National Avg

+303.9%

COASTAL MEDICAL PARTNERSHIP prescribed 294 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,710 to the NHS. This is 303.9% 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	294
Total Quantity	78,300
Total NHS Cost	£1,710
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	+303.9%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	294 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+303.9% 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.