Benzalkonium chloride Prescribing at PORTSDOWN GROUP PRACTICE

Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions | Skin

Items (12m)

151

Total Quantity

47.5K

NHS Cost

£1.1K

vs National Avg

+1216.5%

PORTSDOWN GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 151 items of Benzalkonium chloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,061 to the NHS. This is 1216.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Benzalkonium chloride is classified under Shampoo and other preparations for scalp and hair conditions in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	151
Total Quantity	47,500
Total NHS Cost	£1,061
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+1216.5%

Benzalkonium chloride Prescribing Comparison

This practice	151 items
National average per practice	12 items
Difference	+1216.5% 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.