Coal tar is a thick dark liquid which is a by-product of the production of coke and coal gas from coal. [2] [3] It is a type of creosote. It has both medical and industrial uses. [2] [4] Medicinally it is a topical medication applied to skin to treat psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis . [5]

2021年5月28日 · Coal tar is a by-product of bituminous coal, or black coal, which contains a tar-like substance called bitumen, or asphalt. Dermatologists prescribe coal tar to patients with skin...

Coal tar can be an effective treatment for scalp psoriasis and is found in psoriasis shampoos. You’ll also find it in bath solutions, ointments, and many other forms.

Coal-tar pitch is a thick black liquid that remains after the distillation of coal tar. It is used as a base for coatings and paint, in roofing and paving, and as a binder in asphalt products. Both coal tar and coal-tar pitch contain many chemical compounds, including carcinogens such as benzene.

2024年3月12日 · Coal tar comes from coal. It’s often used to make coal-tar pitch, which is used as a base for coatings and paint and in roofing and paving. But it can also be used to treat certain...

2024年1月31日 · Coal tar is used to treat eczema, psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis, and other skin disorders. Some of these preparations are available only with your doctor's prescription.

This medication is used on the skin to treat the itching, scaling, and flaking due to skin conditions such as psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis. Coal tar belongs to a class of drugs known as...