Coal tar Prescribing at THE RIDGEWAY SURGERY
Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin
Items (12m)
122
Total Quantity
30.2K
NHS Cost
£712
vs National Avg
+67.6%
THE RIDGEWAY SURGERY prescribed 122 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £712 to the NHS. This is 67.6% 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
6
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
11
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
10
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 122 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 30,225 |
| Total NHS Cost | £712 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +67.6% |
Coal tar Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 122 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 73 items |
| Difference | +67.6% 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.