Coal tar Prescribing at NELSON MEDICAL PRACTICE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)
96
Total Quantity
24.5K
NHS Cost
£561
vs National Avg
+31.9%

NELSON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 96 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £561 to the NHS. This is 31.9% 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
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
5

Prescribing Details

Total Items96
Total Quantity24,475
Total NHS Cost£561
Presentations3 different forms
vs National Average+31.9%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice96 items
National average per practice73 items
Difference+31.9% 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.