Coal tar Prescribing at WEST ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)
86
Total Quantity
15.8K
NHS Cost
£411
vs National Avg
+18.1%

WEST ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 86 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £411 to the NHS. This is 18.1% 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

Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
7

Prescribing Details

Total Items86
Total Quantity15,825
Total NHS Cost£411
Presentations5 different forms
vs National Average+18.1%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice86 items
National average per practice73 items
Difference+18.1% 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.