Coal tar Prescribing at THE STANMORE MEDICAL CENTRE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

152

Total Quantity

40.0K

NHS Cost

£850

vs National Avg

+108.8%

THE STANMORE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 152 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £850 to the NHS. This is 108.8% 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

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	152
Total Quantity	40,000
Total NHS Cost	£850
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+108.8%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	152 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+108.8% 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.