Coal tar Prescribing at THE DEEPINGS PRACTICE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

235

Total Quantity

58.7K

NHS Cost

£1.3K

vs National Avg

+222.8%

THE DEEPINGS PRACTICE prescribed 235 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,285 to the NHS. This is 222.8% 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	235
Total Quantity	58,675
Total NHS Cost	£1,285
Presentations	7 different forms
vs National Average	+222.8%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	235 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+222.8% 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.