Coal tar Prescribing at RIVERVIEW SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

106

Total Quantity

19.4K

NHS Cost

£527

vs National Avg

+45.6%

RIVERVIEW SURGERY prescribed 106 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £527 to the NHS. This is 45.6% 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	106
Total Quantity	19,400
Total NHS Cost	£527
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+45.6%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	106 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+45.6% 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.