Coal tar Prescribing at WOLSELEY MEDICAL CENTRE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

140

Total Quantity

30.3K

NHS Cost

£722

vs National Avg

+92.3%

WOLSELEY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 140 items of Coal tar over the last 12 months at a cost of £722 to the NHS. This is 92.3% 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

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	140
Total Quantity	30,300
Total NHS Cost	£722
Presentations	6 different forms
vs National Average	+92.3%

Coal tar Prescribing Comparison

This practice	140 items
National average per practice	73 items
Difference	+92.3% 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.