Coal tar Prescribing at ST JAMES MEDICAL PRACTICE1

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)
69
Total Quantity
17.3K
NHS Cost
£349
vs National Avg
-5.2%

ST JAMES MEDICAL PRACTICE1 prescribed 69 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £349 to the NHS. This is 5.2% below 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

Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
5

Prescribing Details

Total Items69
Total Quantity17,250
Total NHS Cost£349
Presentations2 different forms
vs National Average-5.2%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice69 items
National average per practice73 items
Difference-5.2% vs national average
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.