Coal tar Prescribing at PROSPECT SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

156

Total Quantity

37.1K

NHS Cost

£784

vs National Avg

+114.3%

PROSPECT SURGERY prescribed 156 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £784 to the NHS. This is 114.3% 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	156
Total Quantity	37,075
Total NHS Cost	£784
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+114.3%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	156 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+114.3% 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.