Coal tar Prescribing at ELMSWOOD SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)
89
Total Quantity
23.9K
NHS Cost
£640
vs National Avg
+22.3%

ELMSWOOD SURGERY prescribed 89 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £640 to the NHS. This is 22.3% 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
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7

Prescribing Details

Total Items89
Total Quantity23,925
Total NHS Cost£640
Presentations6 different forms
vs National Average+22.3%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice89 items
National average per practice73 items
Difference+22.3% 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.