Mouthwash overdose
Alternate Names : Listerine overdose, Antiseptic mouth rinse overdose
Definition
Mouthwash overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally takes more than the normal or recommended amount of this substance. 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
- Chlorhexidine gluconate
- Ethanol (ethyl alcohol)
- Hydrogen peroxide
- Methyl salicylate
Where Found
Many brands of mouthwash.
Symptoms & Signs
- Abdominal pain
- Burns and damage to the clear covering of the front of the eye (cornea)
- Coma
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Low body temperature
- Low blood pressure
- Low blood sugar
- Nausea
- Rapid heart rate
- Rapid, shallow breathing
- Skin redness and pain
- Slowed breathing
- Slurred speech
- Throat pain
- Uncoordinated movement
- Unconsciousness
- Unresponsive reflexes
- Urination problems (too much or too little urine)
- Vomiting (may contain blood)
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