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I have looked in every drug store in my town and can not find any boric acid. Is there a substitute?

April 26, 2017acid boric drug store looked town

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I have looked in every drug store in my town and can not find any boric acid. Is there a substitute?

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The boric acid is an important ingredient, so I suggest you use the recipe as written. Because boric acid can be used in the manufacture of certain illegal drugs, most drug stores do not leave it just sitting out on the shelf with all their other products. No prescription is required, but it is usually kept behind the counter. Just ask your pharmacist for it. I have a friend who works in a CVS pharmacy and she assures me that just about any drug store should be able to obtain boric acid powder for you. Just ask the pharmacist for help.