Coal tar Prescribing at MARPLE COTTAGE SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)
59
Total Quantity
12.9K
NHS Cost
£335
vs National Avg
-19%

MARPLE COTTAGE SURGERY prescribed 59 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £335 to the NHS. This is 19% below 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
2
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
4

Prescribing Details

Total Items59
Total Quantity12,850
Total NHS Cost£335
Presentations5 different forms
vs National Average-19%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice59 items
National average per practice73 items
Difference-19% 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.