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What is Talc?Talc is a mineral made up of hydrated magnesium silicateTalc is also known as Talcum PowderTalc is the softest known mineralTalc is a widely used product

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Common Uses of TalcTalc is a widely used product. From garden pesticides to antacids. However, the Talc is mostly used in body powders.Talc is the main ingredient in baby powder, medicated powders, perfumed powders and designer perfumed body powders.Talc is used in smaller quantities in deodorants, chalk, crayons, textiles, soap, insulting materials, paints, asphalt filler, paper, and in food processing.

Dangers of TalcTalc can cause severe respiratory problems if it is inhaled. To prevent this keep away from your face.Talc can also cause ovarian cancer. To avoid use product without talc like cornstarch-based products. Talc can also cause talcum powder poisoning if it is swallowed or inhaled. This usually occurs when infants are exposed to long-term or accidental talc inhalation to prevent this from happening keep away from children and your face.

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Treatments for Talcum Powder PoisoningSeek medical attention immediately. Do NOT make a person throw up unless told so by Poison Control or a health care professional. If the person breathed in talcum powder immediately move them to fresh air.Before calling emergency determine the following:Patients age, weight, and condition.Name of product(as well as ingredients and strength, if known)Time it was swallowedAmount swallowed.

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