Coal tar Prescribing at GATEWAY PRIMARY CARE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

179

Total Quantity

45.3K

NHS Cost

£958

vs National Avg

+145.9%

GATEWAY PRIMARY CARE prescribed 179 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £958 to the NHS. This is 145.9% 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

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	179
Total Quantity	45,250
Total NHS Cost	£958
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+145.9%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	179 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+145.9% 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.