Definition
Sodium hypochlorite is a chemical that is commonly found in bleach, water purifiers and cleaning products.
The ingestion of sodium hypochlorite can lead to poisoning. In the same way, inhaling the vapors of this substance can also cause poisoning, especially if the product is mixed with ammonia.
This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual exposure to toxic substances.
Alternative Names
Clorox; Carrel-Dakin Solution, Bleach
toxic element
Sodium hypochlorite.
Where is it found.
* Chemical used to add chlorine to swimming pools
* Disinfectants
* Some bleaching solutions
* Water Purifiers
Note: This list may not include all of them.
Symptoms
Sodium hypochlorite diluted in water generally causes only mild stomach irritation, but ingesting large quantities can cause more serious symptoms.
NEVER mix ammonia with sodium hypochlorite (bleach or products containing bleach) and that this common household error produces a toxic gas that can cause choking and serious breathing problems.
Symptoms of poisoning with sodium hypochlorite may include:
* Lungs and airways
or cough (the Vapors)
* Eyes, ears, nose, mouth and throat
or redness and burning eyes
or feeling nauseous
or pain in the mouth
or sore throat
or any burns in the esophagus
* Heart and blood vessels
or chest pain
or low blood pressure
or slow heartbeat
or shock
* Nervous System
or delirium
or coma
* Skin
or irritation of the exposed area
or burns
or blisters
* Stomach and intestines
stomach or abdominal pain or
or vomiting
Treatment at home
Look for immediate medical assistance and do not induce vomiting in the person, unless otherwise directed by the poison control center or a health professional.
If the chemical was in contact with skin or eyes, rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
If the person ingested the chemical suminístrele a small amount of water or milk immediately, unless the doctor has instructed otherwise. Does not provide milk or water if the patient has symptoms that impede swallowing, such as vomiting, convulsions, or a decrease in mental clarity.
If a person inhales toxic, move immediately to a site where you can take fresh air.
Determine the following information:
* Age, weight and condition of the patient
* Product name, ingredients and concentration, if known
* Time it was swallowed
* Quantity ingested
.
The person must be hospitalized. The doctor will measure and monitor patient's vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiratory rate and blood pressure. The symptoms are treated in an appropriate manner.
The specific treatment depends on how the poisoning occurred.
If the ingest toxic:
* A tube through the nose into the stomach to empty the latter (gastric lavage)
* Endoscopy: Placement of a camera through the throat to see burns in the esophagus and stomach
* Intravenous fluids
* Medicine (antidote) to neutralize the toxic effect of
In case of inhalation of toxic:
* Breathing Tube
* Bronchoscopy (placement of a camera through the throat to see burns in the airways and lungs)
* Oxygen
For dermal exposure, treatment may include:
* Irrigation (washing of the skin), perhaps for a few hours or several days
* Debridement skin (surgical removal of burned skin)
* Transfer to a hospital specializing in care of burns
Expectations (prognosis)
Ingest, touch or smell of household bleach will probably not cause any significant problems. However, the most serious problems can occur with industrial use of bleach or mix bleach with ammonia.
The patient's prognosis depends on how fast it has been diluted and neutralized sodium hypochlorite and there are good chances of recovery if proper treatment is applied shortly after the toxic ingestion. Without timely treatment, it is possible that this damage is in the mouth, throat, eyes, lungs, esophagus, stomach and nose, depending on how the exposure occurred.
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