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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 SulfateDrugs* : CUPRIC SULFATE
 
SubstanceCAS Registry & nameCategoriesSourceDrugs*
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

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