Coal tar Prescribing at PETERLOO MEDICAL CENTRE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

127

Total Quantity

36.8K

NHS Cost

£790

vs National Avg

+74.5%

PETERLOO MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 127 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £790 to the NHS. This is 74.5% 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	127
Total Quantity	36,800
Total NHS Cost	£790
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	+74.5%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	127 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+74.5% 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.