Coal tar Prescribing at LOWTHER MEDICAL CENTRE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)
141
Total Quantity
35.1K
NHS Cost
£794
vs National Avg
+93.7%

LOWTHER MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 141 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £794 to the NHS. This is 93.7% 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
11
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
12

Prescribing Details

Total Items141
Total Quantity35,075
Total NHS Cost£794
Presentations6 different forms
vs National Average+93.7%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice141 items
National average per practice73 items
Difference+93.7% 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.