Coal tar Prescribing at GP AT HAND
Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin
Items (12m)
108
Total Quantity
28.0K
NHS Cost
£636
vs National Avg
+48.4%
GP AT HAND prescribed 108 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £636 to the NHS. This is 48.4% 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
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 108 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,975 |
| Total NHS Cost | £636 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +48.4% |
Coal tar Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 108 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 73 items |
| Difference | +48.4% 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.