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Alternative names
Alka-Seltzer; Pepto-BismolDefinition Return to top
Poisoning from an overdose of sodium salicylate.Poisonous Ingredient Return to top
SalicylateWhere Found Return to top
Symptoms Return to top
Home Treatment Return to top
Contact Poison Control Center for appropriate instructions.Before Calling Emergency Return to top
Determine the following information:Poison Control, or a local emergency number Return to top
They will instruct you if it is necessary to take the patient to the hospital. 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 the blood level of salicylates found: A potentially toxic dose is seen above 200 to 500 mg/kg (milligrams of salicylate per kilogram body weight). Recovery is likely if the acidic effect of salicylate can be neutralized.
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