Coal tar Prescribing at ST. JAMES SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

148

Total Quantity

44.6K

NHS Cost

£974

vs National Avg

+103.3%

ST. JAMES SURGERY prescribed 148 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £974 to the NHS. This is 103.3% 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	148
Total Quantity	44,550
Total NHS Cost	£974
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	+103.3%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	148 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+103.3% 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.