Coal tar Prescribing at POPLARS SURGERY
Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin
Items (12m)
211
Total Quantity
66.2K
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+189.8%
POPLARS SURGERY prescribed 211 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,379 to the NHS. This is 189.8% 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
23
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
16
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 211 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 66,175 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,379 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +189.8% |
Coal tar Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 211 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 73 items |
| Difference | +189.8% 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.