Coal tar Prescribing at GATLEY MEDICAL CENTRE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

156

Total Quantity

48.2K

NHS Cost

£1.1K

vs National Avg

+114.3%

GATLEY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 156 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,105 to the NHS. This is 114.3% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	156
Total Quantity	48,225
Total NHS Cost	£1,105
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+114.3%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	156 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+114.3% 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.