Products
The most famous product with the acetic-tartaric clay solution was Euceta Gel, which also contained chamomile extract and arnica tincture. It has been off the market since 2014. Various successor products with a comparable composition have been launched. In addition, the solution is also contained, among other things, in traction ointments. The acetic-tartaric alumina solution is also available as an open product in pharmacies and drugstores. Specialty retailers can either make the solution themselves or order it from specialized suppliers.
Structure and properties
The acetic-tartaric alumina solution is a clear, colorless to slightly yellow liquid with a faint odor of acetic acid, which is miscible with water.
Preparation
| Aluminum sulfate | 30.0 g |
| Acetic acid 30% | 36.0 g |
| Calcium carbonate | 13.5 g |
| Purified water | 135 g |
| Tartaric acid | q.s. |
The aluminum sulfate is dissolved in purified water at room temperature. Calcium carbonate is gradually introduced into the solution with constant stirring. After the gas ceases to evolve, the acetic acid 30% is gradually added with stirring. The mixture is kept covered and stirred frequently for at least 3 days at a maximum temperature of 15°C until no more gas bubbles rise and the calcium sulfate has settled. Subsequently, the mixture is aspirated through a filter. Dissolve 4.5 g of tartaric acid in each 100 g of the clear filtrate.
Effects
The acetic-tartaric acid solution has astringent (astringent and tanning) and cooling properties.
Fields of application
- Insect bites
- Sunburn
- Skin conditions: Skin irritations, abrasions
- Sports injuries such as bruises, contusions, sprains and strains.
- Calf cramps
Contraindications
The solution is contraindicated in open wounds and hypersensitivity. Full precautions can be found in the drug label.
Adverse effects
Possible adverse effects include hypersensitivity reactions.