Coal tar Prescribing at THURROCK HEALTH CENTRE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)
54
Total Quantity
12.9K
NHS Cost
£270
vs National Avg
-25.8%

THURROCK HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 54 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £270 to the NHS. This is 25.8% below 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
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
2
Jul 2026
4

Prescribing Details

Total Items54
Total Quantity12,925
Total NHS Cost£270
Presentations3 different forms
vs National Average-25.8%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice54 items
National average per practice73 items
Difference-25.8% vs national average
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.