Clinitest tablets poisoning
Alternate Names : Urine sugar reagent poisoning, Anhydrous Benedict's reagent poisoning
Definition
Clinitest poisoning occurs from swallowing tablets used to test how much blood sugar (glucose) is in a person's urine. Clinitest tablets are not meant to be swallowed. This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.
Poisonous Ingredient
- Copper sulfate
- Citric acid
- Sodium hydroxide
- Sodium carbonate
Where Found
The poisonous ingredients are found in Clinitest tablets. Note: This list may not be all-inclusive.
Symptoms & Signs
- Blood in urine
- Burns and burning pain in the mouth and throat
- Collapse
- Convulsions
- Diarrhea, may be watery or bloody
- Low blood pressure
- No urine output
- Pain during a bowel movement (passing stool)
- Severe abdominal pain
- Throat swelling (causes breathing trouble)
- Vomiting
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