Coal tar Prescribing at OLD FARM SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)
63
Total Quantity
17.3K
NHS Cost
£348
vs National Avg
-13.5%

OLD FARM SURGERY prescribed 63 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £348 to the NHS. This is 13.5% below 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
6
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
3
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
3

Prescribing Details

Total Items63
Total Quantity17,250
Total NHS Cost£348
Presentations1 different forms
vs National Average-13.5%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice63 items
National average per practice73 items
Difference-13.5% 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.