Coal tar Prescribing at WIGSTON CENTRAL SURGERY

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

141

Total Quantity

40.3K

NHS Cost

£990

vs National Avg

+93.7%

WIGSTON CENTRAL SURGERY prescribed 141 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £990 to the NHS. This is 93.7% 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	141
Total Quantity	40,325
Total NHS Cost	£990
Presentations	7 different forms
vs National Average	+93.7%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	141 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+93.7% 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.