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Definition
Poisoning from an overdose of methanol.Poisonous Ingredient
Methanol (methyl alcohol, wood alcohol)
Where Found
Note: This list may not be all inclusive.
Symptoms
Home Treatment
Methanol is highly toxic, and you must seek medical care at your nearest emergency room for any ingestion.
DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING.
Before Calling Emergency
Determine the following information:
Poison Control, or a local emergency number
Local emergency or Poison Control personnel will advise you if it is necessary to take the person to the hospital. See poison control centers for the national telephone number. Take any containers with you to the emergency room.What to expect at the emergency room
Some or all of the following procedures may be performed:
Expectations (prognosis)
Methanol is extremely toxic. As little as 2 TABLEspoonsful can be fatal to a child, and 2 to 8 oz. can be fatal for an adult. The ultimate outcome depends on how much was swallowed and how soon appropriate care was given. Update Date: 5/17/2003 Updated by: Todd Severson, M.D., Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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