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seidlitz powder

 

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Noun seidlitz powder has 1 sense
  1. Seidlitz powder, Seidlitz powders, Rochelle powder - an effervescing salt containing sodium bicarbonate and Rochelle salt and tartaric acid; used as a cathartic
    --1 is a kind of purgative, cathartic, physic, aperient

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Seidlitz Powder


Definition:

Seidlitz Powder refers to a medicinal preparation consisting of two separate powders that are dissolved in water before ingestion. One powder contains sodium bicarbonate, while the other powder consists of tartaric acid and Rochelle salt. Once ingested, the carbon dioxide produced from the reaction between the two powders acts as a mild laxative and antacid.

Usage:

Medical:

- Seidlitz Powder is commonly used to relieve symptoms of constipation by promoting bowel movements.

- This medicinal powder can also help alleviate heartburn and acid indigestion due to its antacid properties.

Culinary:

- The tartaric acid present in Seidlitz Powder is also used in culinary applications, such as baking and food preservation.

Sample Sentences:

1. Mary took a dose of seidlitz powder to relieve her constipation.

2. The doctor recommended seidlitz powder as a gentle laxative for patients with digestive issues.

3. John frequently used seidlitz powder to alleviate his heartburn after meals.

4. The baker added a pinch of tartaric acid from seidlitz powder to enhance the taste of the cake.

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