Risk of Talcum Powder : A case has come to light of starch and talcum powder being found in the medicines distributed in government hospitals of Nagpur. These fake medicines were made in a lab in Haridwar. These were supplied not only in Maharashtra but also in many states including UP, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh. This has been revealed in the 1,200 page charge sheet filed in the fake medicine supply case.
Let us tell you that in December 2023, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of Maharashtra had seized about 21,600 ciprofloxacin tablets from the medicine store under the responsibility of Nagpur Civil Surgeon in Indira Gandhi Government Medical College (IGGMCH). After investigation, it was found that they had no medicinal properties. These infection-curing medicines were distributed in government hospitals in 2022-2023. In such a situation, the question arises that how dangerous is the talcum powder found in these medicines for health…
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Talcum powder has been in the news before
There has been a ruckus over Johnson & Johnson’s baby talcum powder. In view of the dangers of talcum powder, it was decided to discontinue it in India. However, the company said that many researches have claimed that the use of talcum powder is completely safe. But the company was accused of having asbestos in the talcum powder. Therefore, the company had to discontinue it.
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What is talcum powder and how is it made
Talcum powder is made from talc, which is a mineral. It is made up of oxygen, magnesium, silicon and hydrogen. It is used in making cosmetics and personal care. It has the property of absorbing moisture. Asbestos is also extracted from the same place where talc is extracted. Asbestos is called mica. It is a type of silicate mineral, whose crystal structure is quite different.
How dangerous is talcum powder?
This can damage the cells of the body. Research has found that its use increases the risk of ovarian cancer. It is believed that there is a high possibility of asbestos in talc during mining. Talcum powder causes respiratory diseases in children. The American Academy of Pediatrics claims that talcum powder can cause pneumonia in a child if it enters the body through breathing, so it should be used either sparingly or not at all.
Disclaimer: Some of the information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, please consult the concerned expert.
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