Coal tar Prescribing at ST. JOHNS MEDICAL CENTRE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)
90
Total Quantity
22.0K
NHS Cost
£486
vs National Avg
+23.6%

ST. JOHNS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 90 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £486 to the NHS. This is 23.6% 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

Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
3

Prescribing Details

Total Items90
Total Quantity22,025
Total NHS Cost£486
Presentations4 different forms
vs National Average+23.6%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice90 items
National average per practice73 items
Difference+23.6% 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.