Coal tar Prescribing at WITTON MEDICAL CENTRE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

135

Total Quantity

30.2K

NHS Cost

£761

vs National Avg

+85.4%

WITTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 135 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £761 to the NHS. This is 85.4% 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	135
Total Quantity	30,175
Total NHS Cost	£761
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+85.4%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	135 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+85.4% 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.