Coal tar Prescribing at KEARSLEY MEDICAL CENTRE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)
123
Total Quantity
30.6K
NHS Cost
£690
vs National Avg
+69%

KEARSLEY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 123 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £690 to the NHS. This is 69% 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
15
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
9

Prescribing Details

Total Items123
Total Quantity30,550
Total NHS Cost£690
Presentations4 different forms
vs National Average+69%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice123 items
National average per practice73 items
Difference+69% vs national average
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.