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What Is Calcium Phosphate Used For
Health Encyclopedia: Calcium Phosphate
This poisoning is caused by an overdose of calcium phosphate, a substance found in some cosmetics, industrial chemicals, and cements.
Alternative Names
Tribasic; Tricalcium phosphate
Poisonous Ingredient
Calcium phosphate
Where Found
- Some cosmetic products
- Some industrial chemicals and cements
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Medications
This medication is used to treat high blood calcium levels (hypercalcemia) that may occur with... Read more »
This medication is used to treat high blood calcium levels (hypercalcemia) that may occur with... Read more »
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