Coal tar Prescribing at ST PAULS MEDICAL CENTRE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

196

Total Quantity

56.7K

NHS Cost

£1.3K

vs National Avg

+169.2%

ST PAULS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 196 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,256 to the NHS. This is 169.2% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	196
Total Quantity	56,675
Total NHS Cost	£1,256
Presentations	7 different forms
vs National Average	+169.2%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	196 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+169.2% 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.