Coal tar Prescribing at ST AUGUSTINE'S MEDICAL PRACTICE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

147

Total Quantity

37.6K

NHS Cost

£986

vs National Avg

+101.9%

ST AUGUSTINE'S MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 147 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £986 to the NHS. This is 101.9% 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	147
Total Quantity	37,575
Total NHS Cost	£986
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+101.9%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	147 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+101.9% 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.