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Level 2 Clinical Pharmacy-Pharm D

■ Side effects: widely used in
✓ must not be taken for bronchitis & in
cough mixtures.
a prolonged period , ▪ In large doses ,it
produces emesis.
since this may disturb ➢ Precautions
▪ Powdered squill is
the water and
electrolyte balance. white to white
✓ It should not be taken yellowish brown ,

during pregnancy and very hygroscopic
lactation.
forming masses in

wet atmosphere

(must be kept on

dehydrating agent

like calcium oxide)
▪ It must be carefully

handled as the

calcium oxalate may

penetrate the skin

and cause excessive
irritation.

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