Sodium Metabisulfite Pharmacology

Sodium Metabisulfite

About Sodium Metabisulfite

Inorganic Compound of chemical formula Na2S2O5. It is used as a disinfectant, antioxidant and preservative agent.

Mechanism of Action of Sodium Metabisulfite

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Pharmacokinets of Sodium Metabisulfite

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Onset of Action for Sodium Metabisulfite

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Duration of Action for Sodium Metabisulfite

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Half Life of Sodium Metabisulfite

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Side Effects of Sodium Metabisulfite

It may cause allergic reactions in those who are sensitive to sulfites, including respiratory reactions in asthmatics, anaphylaxis and other allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

Contra-indications of Sodium Metabisulfite

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Special Precautions while taking Sodium Metabisulfite

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Pregnancy Related Information

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Old Age Related Information

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Breast Feeding Related Information

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Children Related Information

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Indications for Sodium Metabisulfite

1.It is used as a preservative and antioxidant in food and is also known as E223.
2.It is used as a cleaning agent for potable water reverse osmosis membranes in desalination systems.
3.It is also used to remove chloramine from drinking water after treatment.
4.It is also used as an excipient in some tablets.
5.A very important health related aspect of this substance is that it can be added to a blood smear in a test for sickle cell anaemia (and other similar forms of haemoglobin mutation)

Interactions for Sodium Metabisulfite

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Typical Dosage for Sodium Metabisulfite

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Schedule of Sodium Metabisulfite

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Storage Requirements for Sodium Metabisulfite

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Effects of Missed Dosage of Sodium Metabisulfite

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Effects of Overdose of Sodium Metabisulfite

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Home Delivery for Sodium Metabisulfite in Your City

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Please be aware that you should take sodium metabisulfite only if a doctor has recommended or prescribed it. Some or all pharmacies who provide a home delivery service for medicines might insist on a prescription for sodium metabisulfite before they complete the sale. You can get this information while placing the order for sodium metabisulfite with the pharmacy.

Sodium Metabisulfite is a generic medicine name and there are several brands available for it. Some of the brands for sodium metabisulfite might be better known than sodium metabisulfite itself. If the pharmacy that's willing to deliver medicines to your home doesn't have sodium metabisulfite in stock, you can ask for one of the branded alternatives for sodium metabisulfite.