Coal tar Prescribing at PEAR TREE SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

195

Total Quantity

54.8K

NHS Cost

£1.2K

vs National Avg

+167.9%

PEAR TREE SURGERY prescribed 195 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,152 to the NHS. This is 167.9% 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	195
Total Quantity	54,825
Total NHS Cost	£1,152
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+167.9%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	195 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+167.9% 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.