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Copper Sulfate
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Definition
: A sulfate salt of copper. It is a potent emetic and is used as an antidote for poisoning by phosphorus. It also can be used to prevent the growth of algae.
Pharmacological Action
Antidotes
;
Emetics
Other names
Vitriol, Blue; Sulfate, Cupric; Sulfate, Copper; Blue Vitriol; Cupric Sulfate
Drugs
*
:
CUPRIC SULFATE
Substance
CAS Registry & name
Categories
Source
Drugs
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MAGIC polymer gel
0
*Ascorbic Acid
*Gelatin
*Hydroquinones
*Methacrylates
*Polymers
*Copper Sulfate.
Phys Med Biol 2002 Dec 21;47(24):4397-409
Clinitest
63126-89-6
*Sodium Bicarbonate
*Copper Sulfate
*Citric Acid.
Ann Thoracic Surg 20(4):400;1975; Gastrointest Endos 24(2):82;1977