Coal tar Prescribing at THE QUAYS MEDICAL PRACTICE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

285

Total Quantity

80.0K

NHS Cost

£1.8K

vs National Avg

+291.5%

THE QUAYS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 285 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,774 to the NHS. This is 291.5% 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

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	285
Total Quantity	80,000
Total NHS Cost	£1,774
Presentations	7 different forms
vs National Average	+291.5%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	285 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+291.5% 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.