Sodium Dichloroisocyanurate
Indications
Effervescent water purification tablets make water safer by destroying harmful micro- organisms. It can also be used for washing fruits and vegetables and for cleaning teeth.
Pharmacology
Sodium Dichloroisocyanurate is a disinfectant with the general properties of Chlorine and Sodium hypochlorite. It contains about 65% of available chlorine. It rapidly dissolves into water to kill micro-organisms.
Dosage & Administration
Sodium Dichloroisocyanurate 17 mg:
- For drinking water: 1 (one) tablet to 1 (one) liter of water.
- For fruits, vegetables washing water: 3 (three) tablets to 1 (one) liter of water.
- Double the amount of tablets if the water is heavily contaminated. Leave for 15 (fifteen) minutes before use.
- For drinking water: 1 (one) tablet to 3 (three) liters of water.
- For fruits, vegetables washing water: 3 (three) tablets to 3 (three) liters of water.
- Double the amount of tablets if the water is heavily contaminated. Leave for 15 (fifteen) minutes before use.
Interaction
Store away from Calcium or Sodium hypochlorite. Store away from acids and compounds containing ammonia.
Contraindications
Do not use with other products. It may release dangerous gases (chlorine). It may react violently with many substances, causing fire and explosion hazard.
Side Effects
Skin contact: There may be irritation and redness at the site of contact. Repeated or prolonged contact may cause dermatitis.
Eye contact: There may be severe pain, redness and irritation.
Ingestion: There may be nausea and vomiting, occasionally with abdominal pain.
Inhalation: Mild poisoning causes cough, irritation of the throat and shortness of breath. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Eye contact: There may be severe pain, redness and irritation.
Ingestion: There may be nausea and vomiting, occasionally with abdominal pain.
Inhalation: Mild poisoning causes cough, irritation of the throat and shortness of breath. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Pregnancy & Lactation
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Precautions & Warnings
Harmful if swallowed. If tablet is swallowed seek medical advice immediately. Keep away from other materials, especially from flammable materials. Slit off the tablets only before use.
Therapeutic Class
Water purifying agent
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool & dry place, protected from light and moisture.