Coal tar Prescribing at IDLE MEDICAL CENTRE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

109

Total Quantity

27.2K

NHS Cost

£611

vs National Avg

+49.7%

IDLE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 109 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £611 to the NHS. This is 49.7% 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	109
Total Quantity	27,225
Total NHS Cost	£611
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+49.7%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	109 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+49.7% 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.