What Is Sulphas Tablets?

District hospital chief medical superintendent Dr A K Verma said, "Aluminium phosphide called sulphas in common parlance should be banned. It is being commonly used for committing suicide as it is inexpensive and easily available. ... We see one or two suicides using this substance every other day in the mortuary."

Does Celphos cause death?

Celphos poisoning is a major cause of suicidal deaths in rural areas of developing countries like India. ALP is a solid type of fumigant, which is available in tablet and powder form. In one study, it was found to be the most common cause of acute poisoning in India.

How does Aluminium phosphide kill?

AlP is a highly toxic, low cost rodenticide. Upon exposure to moisture, it liberates phosphine gas, which is absorbed rapidly by inhalation, dermally, or gastrointestinally.