Kaolinum

Kaolinum is also known as Bolus Alba.

The English names for this herb are China Clay, Porcelain Clay.

Warning: For toilet purposes it should be sterilised by roasting; cases of tetanus have arisen from the use of common varieties. Kaolin should not contain more than traces of iron, and on ignition it should not leave less than 85 per cent. of non-volatile residue.

Description

Kaolinum. Kaolin is a very soft clay, crumbling to powder when pressed between the fingers and having slighty soapy feel. It is white, has a density of 2.3 and is insoluble in water

Pharmacological Actions

The pharmacological action of Kaolinum is Absorbent.

Indications

The indication of Kaolinum is Sores.

Contraindications

None recorded.

Temperament

None recorded.

Occurrence, Taste & Odor

Odor: The odor of Kaolinum is Odourless.

Taste: Tasteless.

Dosage

None recorded.

Available Brands

ENDEMALIHamdard laboratories Waqf Pakistan
HABIS POWDERQARSHI INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD

Compound Preparations

No Compound Preparation information is available for Kaolinum.

Substitutes

No information regarding Kaolinum's substitute is currently available.

Active Constituents

The active constituents of Kaolinum are Alumina, Silica, Water.

Antidotes

No information regarding Kaolinum's antidote is currently available.

Toxicity

Currently no Toxicity information is available for Kaolinum. (work in progress)