Coal tar Prescribing at SOVEREIGN PRACTICE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

174

Total Quantity

49.7K

NHS Cost

£1.1K

vs National Avg

+139%

SOVEREIGN PRACTICE prescribed 174 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,109 to the NHS. This is 139% 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	174
Total Quantity	49,650
Total NHS Cost	£1,109
Presentations	7 different forms
vs National Average	+139%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	174 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+139% 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.