Coal tar Prescribing at THE AVICENNA MEDICAL PRACTICE
Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin
Items (12m)
305
Total Quantity
85.1K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+319%
THE AVICENNA MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 305 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,825 to the NHS. This is 319% 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
30
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 305 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 85,100 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,825 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +319% |
Coal tar Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 305 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 73 items |
| Difference | +319% 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.