Coal tar Prescribing at HIGHGATE MEDICAL CENTRE
Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin
Items (12m)
115
Total Quantity
35.1K
NHS Cost
£767
vs National Avg
+58%
HIGHGATE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 115 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £767 to the NHS. This is 58% 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
12
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 115 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 35,075 |
| Total NHS Cost | £767 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +58% |
Coal tar Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 115 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 73 items |
| Difference | +58% 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.