Coal tar Prescribing at COMBE DOWN SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

13.7K

NHS Cost

£313

vs National Avg

-20.3%

COMBE DOWN SURGERY prescribed 58 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £313 to the NHS. This is 20.3% 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

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	58
Total Quantity	13,725
Total NHS Cost	£313
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	-20.3%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	58 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	-20.3% 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.