Coal tar Prescribing at GATEACRE MEDICAL CENTRE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

100

Total Quantity

26.3K

NHS Cost

£540

vs National Avg

+37.4%

GATEACRE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 100 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £540 to the NHS. This is 37.4% 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	100
Total Quantity	26,250
Total NHS Cost	£540
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+37.4%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	100 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+37.4% 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.