Mildew remover poisoning
Definition
Mildew removers are common household cleaners. Swallowing, breathing in the product, or spraying it in the eyes can be potentially dangerous. 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
- Detergents
- Hydrogen peroxide
- Sodium hypochlorite
- Sodium perborate
- Sodium percarbonate
Where Found
Mildew removers are sold under various brand names.
Symptoms & Signs
- Airways and lungs
- Breathing difficulty (from inhalation)
- Throat swelling (may also cause breathing difficulty)
- Eyes, ears, nose, and throat
- Severe pain in the throat
- Severe pain or burning in the nose, eyes, ears, lips, or tongue
- Vision loss
- Gastrointestinal
- Abdominal pain -- severe
- Bloody stools
- Burns of the esophagus (food pipe)
- Vomiting, possibly with blood
- Heart and blood
- Collapse
- Low blood pressure -- develops rapidly
- Severe change in blood acid levels -- leads to organ damage
- Nervous system
- Skin
- Burns
- Irritation
- Necrosis (holes) in the skin or underlying tissues
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