Coal tar Prescribing at SWINESHEAD SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

137

Total Quantity

35.8K

NHS Cost

£851

vs National Avg

+88.2%

SWINESHEAD SURGERY prescribed 137 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £851 to the NHS. This is 88.2% 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

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	137
Total Quantity	35,775
Total NHS Cost	£851
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+88.2%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	137 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+88.2% 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.