Coal tar Prescribing at OAKLEAF

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

218

Total Quantity

57.6K

NHS Cost

£1.2K

vs National Avg

+199.5%

OAKLEAF prescribed 218 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,238 to the NHS. This is 199.5% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	218
Total Quantity	57,625
Total NHS Cost	£1,238
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+199.5%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	218 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+199.5% 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.