Sodium dichloroisocyanurate is a disinfectant with the general properties of chlorine and sodium hypochlorite. It contains about 65% of available chlorine. It rapidly dissolves into water to kill micro-organisms. This product is available as sodium dichloroisocyanurate INN 17mg &
51mg/tablet (effervescent),
Indication & Use: Effervescent water purifying tablets make water safer by destroying harmful microorganisms, [t can also be used for washing fruits and vegetables, and for cleaning teeth.
Contraindication: Do not use with other products. It may release dangerous gases (chlorine). It may react violently with many substances, causing fire and explosion hazard.
Adverse Effect:
Skin contact- There may be irritation and redness at the site of contact. Repeated or prolonged contact may cause dermatitis.
Eye contact- There may be severe pain, redness and irritation, Ingestion: There may be nausea and vomiting, occasionally with abdominal pain.
Inhalation: Mild poisoning causes cough, irritation of the throat and shortness of breath. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Precautions & warnings: Harmful if swallowed. If tablet is swallowed seek medical advice immediately. Keep away from other materials, especially from flammable materials, Slit off the tablets only before use, Store in a cool & dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Dosage & administration: For drinking water: 17mg 1 tablet to 1 liter of water or 51mg 1 tablet to 3 liters of water. For fruits, vegetables washing water: 17mg 3 tablets or 51mg 1 tablet to 1 liter of water. Double the amount of tablets if the water is heavily contaminated.
Leave for 15 (fifteen) minutes before use.
Drug interaction: Store away from calcium or sodium hypochlorite. Store away from acids and compounds containing ammonia.