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Help about thiomersal; is it converted inside your body to something toxic?
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Thiomersal: When applied topically and locally to affected area this is not a problem. Since thiomerosal, is an organomercury compound that is a well established antiseptic and antifungal agent if taken internally can result in mercurial intoxication.
Answered 3/26/2013
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