Coal tar Prescribing at MENDIP VALE MEDICAL PRACTICE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

204

Total Quantity

59.7K

NHS Cost

£1.4K

vs National Avg

+180.2%

MENDIP VALE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 204 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,415 to the NHS. This is 180.2% 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	204
Total Quantity	59,650
Total NHS Cost	£1,415
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	+180.2%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	204 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+180.2% 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.