Coal tar Prescribing at PEEL GPS
Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin
Items (12m)
206
Total Quantity
57.6K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
+183%
PEEL GPS prescribed 206 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,198 to the NHS. This is 183% 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
16
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 206 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 57,600 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,198 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +183% |
Coal tar Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 206 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 73 items |
| Difference | +183% 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.