Coal tar Prescribing at KNOWSLEY MEDICAL CENTRE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)
82
Total Quantity
21.4K
NHS Cost
£493
vs National Avg
+12.6%

KNOWSLEY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 82 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £493 to the NHS. This is 12.6% 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
8
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6

Prescribing Details

Total Items82
Total Quantity21,375
Total NHS Cost£493
Presentations3 different forms
vs National Average+12.6%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice82 items
National average per practice73 items
Difference+12.6% 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.