Coal tar Prescribing at THE HAWTHORNS SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)
117
Total Quantity
32.9K
NHS Cost
£795
vs National Avg
+60.7%

THE HAWTHORNS SURGERY prescribed 117 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £795 to the NHS. This is 60.7% 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
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
10

Prescribing Details

Total Items117
Total Quantity32,850
Total NHS Cost£795
Presentations5 different forms
vs National Average+60.7%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice117 items
National average per practice73 items
Difference+60.7% 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.