Coal tar Prescribing at WHITTINGTON MOOR SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

100

Total Quantity

24.6K

NHS Cost

£567

vs National Avg

+37.4%

WHITTINGTON MOOR SURGERY prescribed 100 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £567 to the NHS. This is 37.4% 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

Prescribing Details

Total Items	100
Total Quantity	24,575
Total NHS Cost	£567
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+37.4%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	100 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+37.4% 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.