Coal tar Prescribing at THE FOREST SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)
128
Total Quantity
34.0K
NHS Cost
£740
vs National Avg
+75.8%

THE FOREST SURGERY prescribed 128 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £740 to the NHS. This is 75.8% 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

Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
8

Prescribing Details

Total Items128
Total Quantity34,025
Total NHS Cost£740
Presentations4 different forms
vs National Average+75.8%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice128 items
National average per practice73 items
Difference+75.8% vs national average
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.