Coal tar Prescribing at THE BARKANTINE PRACTICE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

210

Total Quantity

60.5K

NHS Cost

£1.3K

vs National Avg

+188.5%

THE BARKANTINE PRACTICE prescribed 210 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,316 to the NHS. This is 188.5% 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	210
Total Quantity	60,500
Total NHS Cost	£1,316
Presentations	7 different forms
vs National Average	+188.5%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	210 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+188.5% 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.