Sodium Tetraborate (Borax)

Sodium tetraborate, also known as borax, is a chemical compound that has a wide range of uses in various industries. It is used in the production of glass, ceramics, dyes, paper, rubber, textiles, tires, soap, cosmetics, fire extinguishers and explosives, among other things. In agriculture, this product is used for seed treatment and grain storage. Sodium tetroborate is used in metallurgy and the textile industry for the manufacture of electrical insulating varnishes and paints and acid-based leather surface treatments. Can be used to clean contaminated surfaces. This article examines the medicinal properties of borax and its possible health hazards.

Description: Sodium sulfate is a chemical compound consisting of a molecule of water, two molecules of sodium and four molecules of sulfur. It has a color ranging from colorless to white. Borax is a soluble colorless powder, easily soluble in water, and erodes in air. Has a sour taste. Country of origin: Borax is produced in different countries around the world. For example, in Russia it is produced at four different pharmaceutical factories - Tver Pharmaceutical Factory, Rostov Pharmaceutical Factory, Yaroslavl Pharmaceutical Factory and Ecolab. Sodium tetraboron is also produced at the Moscow Pharmaceutical Factory. Pharmacological group: The group of drugs to which borax belongs are antiseptics, so it is intended for topical use. Antiseptics are usually used to treat bacterial or fungal infections of the skin or mucous membranes. The therapeutic effect of borax is due to its acidic properties - it has antimicrobial properties, forms foam when interacting with water and has a moderate cytotoxic effect on the body. However, if used incorrectly, borax can cause side effects. Indications: Indications for the use of borax are bacterial infections of the skin and mucous membranes. It can be used to treat bacterial infections of rough wounds, bedsores, cracks in the skin, irritation, purulent infections of the genitals, colds of the throat and lungs, exacerbations of sore throats and sinusitis. In addition, borax solution can be used to clean the surface of fabric and skin. It has also proven effective in treating keratitis, a common bacterial eye infection.

Sodium tetraborate (Borax), also known as boric acid, is a simple substance widely used for medicinal purposes. It is an inorganic compound that exists as a colorless, water-soluble powder and has antimicrobial effects. Borax is actively used in medicine not only for external use, but also for internal use. Since sodium tetraborate is dangerous if the dosage is violated, you must strictly follow the instructions for use and monitor your own condition.

Manufacturers of this sodium salt, used in clinical cases, are available on the Russian market without any problems. Due to the concentration of the active substance in the substance in solution, doctors prefer to use the substance for external or topical use. Please note that using this salt in other medications and systemically may be harmful.