Coal tar Prescribing at NORTHFIELD SURGERY
Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin
Items (12m)
188
Total Quantity
48.5K
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
+158.2%
NORTHFIELD SURGERY prescribed 188 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,146 to the NHS. This is 158.2% 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
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 188 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 48,525 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,146 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +158.2% |
Coal tar Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 188 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 73 items |
| Difference | +158.2% 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.