Coal tar Prescribing at ORDSALL HEALTH SURGERY
Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin
Items (12m)
117
Total Quantity
28.9K
NHS Cost
£650
vs National Avg
+60.7%
ORDSALL HEALTH SURGERY prescribed 117 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £650 to the NHS. This is 60.7% 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
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
13
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 117 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,850 |
| Total NHS Cost | £650 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +60.7% |
Coal tar Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 117 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 73 items |
| Difference | +60.7% 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.