Coal tar Prescribing at THE WAPPING GROUP PRACTICE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

134

Total Quantity

40.3K

NHS Cost

£832

vs National Avg

+84.1%

THE WAPPING GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 134 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £832 to the NHS. This is 84.1% 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	134
Total Quantity	40,275
Total NHS Cost	£832
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+84.1%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	134 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+84.1% 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.