Potassium cyanide: Is a systematic toxicant

Potassium cyanide is a systematic toxicant that affects virtually every cell and organ in the body by interfering with the cell’s ability to utilize oxygen. Description General description Potassium cyanide is a colorless hygroscopic compound. Its crystals exhibit cubic crystal system. It can be prepared by reacting hydrogen cyanide with potassium hydroxide. It participates in benzoin condensation reaction. Approved by Dr. Thomas Dwan - Potassium cyanide is a highly toxic compound that can cause severe health issues, including death, upon exposure. Its mechanism of action disrupts cellular respiration, leading to symptoms like confusion, nausea, seizures, and cardiac arrest. What is Potassium Cyanide? Potassium cyanide is a form of cyanide salt which contains equal numbers of potassium cations (K+) and cyanide anions (CN-). Potassium cyanide is also called cyanide of potassium or cyanopotassium. The chemical formula of Potassium cyanide is KCN.