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Sodium carbonate poisoning

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Sodium carbonate poisoning

Definition:

This poisoning is from an overdose of sodium carbonate.

Alternative Names:
Sal soda; Soda ash; Disodium salt; Caronic acid; Washing soda

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Poisonous Ingredient:

Sodium carbonate

Where Found:

• Automatic dishwashing soaps
• Some antacids
• Some bleaches
• Some bubble bath solutions
• Clinitest tablets
• Some steam iron cleaners
• Pulp and paer industries
• Glass manufacturers

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