Synonyms
Glauber's salt
Disodium sulfate decahydrate
Sulfuric acid disodium salt, decahydrate
Description
Disodium sulfate decahydrate is commonly used in the biomedical industry as a saline laxative to treat constipation. It works by increasing water in the intestine, leading to bowel movements.
Molecular Formula
H20Na2O14S
SMILES
O.O.O.O.O.O.O.O.O.O.[O-]S(=O)(=O)[O-].[Na+].[Na+]
Standard
Ph. Eur, BP, USP