Coal tar Prescribing at TESTVALE SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

142

Total Quantity

43.1K

NHS Cost

£885

vs National Avg

+95.1%

TESTVALE SURGERY prescribed 142 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £885 to the NHS. This is 95.1% 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	142
Total Quantity	43,125
Total NHS Cost	£885
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+95.1%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	142 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+95.1% 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.