Eng., Sodium Acetate. Formula, NaC2N3O2-+ 3H2O.

Form

Colorless prisms or powder. Odor and Taste.-Odorless. A cooling saline taste. Solubility.-In about 0.8 part of water or 19 parts of alcohol. Average Dose.-15 grains (1 Gm.).

Therapeutic Action

Diuretic, diaphoretic. Uses.-Seldom prescribed.