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Sodium Hypochlorite
Alternate Names : Bleach, Carrel-Dakin Solution, Clorox
Definition Poisoning from an overdose of sodium hypochlorite.
Symptoms & Signs
- Body as a whole
- Pain in the mouth
- Possible burns on esophagus
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Respiratory
- Coughing (from the fumes)
- Possible aspiration into lungs
- Eyes, ears, nose, and throat
- Pain in the throat
- Burning, red eyes
- Gagging sensation
- Skin
- Irritation of the exposed area
- Burns
- Blistering
- Gastrointestinal
- Stomach or abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Heart and blood vessels
- Nervous system
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• Definition
• Symptoms & Signs
• Poisonous Ingredient
• Where Found
• Home Treatment
• Before Calling Emergency
• Poison Control, or a Local Emergency Number
• What to Expect at the Emergency Room
• Prognosis or Expectations
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• Delirium
Other Topics
• Blood Pressure - Low
• Consciousness - Decreased
• Respiratory
Review Date : 7/31/2003
Reviewed By : Ari Schwell, M.D., Director, Emergency Department of the Episcopal Campus of Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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