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The Deadly Elixir Sulfa
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In 1937, the Massengill company marketed their elixir sulfanilamide to cure infections. However, the elixir contained a poisonous chemical, diethylene glycol, which caused agonizing pain and death.
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In 1937, Massingale Company introduced the Elixir Sulfanilamide as a medicine across the country without proper testing, containing diethylene glycol, which caused deadly symptoms such as vomiting, agitations, and convulsions.
02:22 - 06:19 (03:56)
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Summary
In 1937, Massingale Company introduced the Elixir Sulfanilamide as a medicine across the country without proper testing, containing diethylene glycol, which caused deadly symptoms such as vomiting, agitations, and convulsions.