Eng., Sodium Hydroxide. Synonym, Caustic Soda.

Form

Dry, white or nearly white flakes, fused masses or pencils.

Odor And Taste

Odorless. A caustic taste.

Solubility

In about 0.9 part of water. Very soluble in alcohol.

Liquor Sodii Hydroxidi

Eng., Solution of Sodium Hydroxide. A colorless aqueous solution containing about 5 per cent. of the drug. Average Dose.-15 minims (1 mil).

Therapeutic Action

Antacid, caustic. Uses.-Seldom prescribed.

Sodii Hypophosphis

See Hypophosphites, p. 29.