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Alternative names
LimeDefinition Return to top
This poisoning is from an ingestion of chlorinated lime.Poisonous Ingredient Return to top
Chlorinated lime (a corrosive alkalai)Where Found Return to top
Symptoms Return to top
Home Treatment Return to top
DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If chlorinated lime is on the skin, wash with lots of water. If chlorinated lime was swallowed, give milk or water, and seek emergency medical care immediately.Before Calling Emergency Return to top
Determine the following information:Poison Control, or a local emergency number Return to top
See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. Take the container with you to the emergency room.What to expect at the emergency room Return to top
Some or all of the following procedures may be performed:
Expectations (prognosis) Return to top
The prognosis (probable outcome) depends on how rapidly the alkali was diluted and neutralized. Extensive damage to the mouth, throat, eyes, lungs, esophagus, nose, and stomach are possible.The ultimate outcome depends on the extent of this damage. Damage continues to occur to the esophagus and stomach for several weeks after the alkali was swallowed, and death may occur as long as a month later.
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