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Sodium hypochlorite poisoning

Alternative Names: Bleach; Clorox; Carrel-Dakin solution Symptoms: Watered-down (diluted) sodium hypochlorite generally causes only mild stomach irritation. Swallowing larger amounts can cause more serious symptoms.  Text Continues Below NEVER mix ammonia with sodium hypochlorite (bleach or bleach-containing products). This common household error produces a toxic gas that can cause choking and serious breathing problems.   Symptoms of sodium hypochlorite poisoning may include: Body as a whole Pain in the mouth Possible burns on esophagus 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 Low blood pressure Bradycardia (slow heartbeat) Chest pain Shock Nervous system Delirium Coma References: Ford MD, Clinical Toxicology. 1st ed. Philadelphia, Pa: WB Saunders; 2001:753. Agabiti N, Ancona C, Forastiere F, et al. Short term respiratory effects of acute exposure to chlorine due to a swimming pool accident. Occup Environ Med. 2001 Jun;58(6):399-404. Lambert H, Manel J, Gabrion I. Poisoning by household products. Rev Prat. 2000 Feb 15;50(4):365-71.

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