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Charcoal

Charcoal

(Science: chemical) An amorphous form of carbon prepared from the incomplete combustion of animal or vegetable matter, e.g., wood. The activated form of charcoal is used in the treatment of poisoning.

Pharmacological action: antidotes.

chemical name: charcoal


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