Coal tar Prescribing at WHITBY GROUP PRACTICE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

164

Total Quantity

40.8K

NHS Cost

£882

vs National Avg

+125.3%

WHITBY GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 164 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £882 to the NHS. This is 125.3% 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	164
Total Quantity	40,800
Total NHS Cost	£882
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	+125.3%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	164 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+125.3% 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.