Coal tar Prescribing at NORTH THORESBY SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

146

Total Quantity

40.2K

NHS Cost

£802

vs National Avg

+100.6%

NORTH THORESBY SURGERY prescribed 146 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £802 to the NHS. This is 100.6% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	146
Total Quantity	40,200
Total NHS Cost	£802
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+100.6%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	146 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+100.6% 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.