Coal tar Prescribing at THE HIGH STREET PRACTICE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

Total Quantity

20.2K

NHS Cost

£425

vs National Avg

+7.1%

THE HIGH STREET PRACTICE prescribed 78 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £425 to the NHS. This is 7.1% 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	78
Total Quantity	20,150
Total NHS Cost	£425
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+7.1%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	78 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+7.1% 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.