Coal tar Prescribing at OSWALD MEDICAL CENTRE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)
138
Total Quantity
36.6K
NHS Cost
£770
vs National Avg
+89.6%

OSWALD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 138 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £770 to the NHS. This is 89.6% 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
17
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
8

Prescribing Details

Total Items138
Total Quantity36,625
Total NHS Cost£770
Presentations2 different forms
vs National Average+89.6%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice138 items
National average per practice73 items
Difference+89.6% 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.