Coal tar Prescribing at GROVE SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

25.3K

NHS Cost

£612

vs National Avg

+19.5%

GROVE SURGERY prescribed 87 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £612 to the NHS. This is 19.5% 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	87
Total Quantity	25,300
Total NHS Cost	£612
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+19.5%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	87 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+19.5% 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.