Lacquer
Alternative names
numerous brand names
Definition
Lacquers are used for a number of household
purposes. Ingestion of the hydrocarbons contained
in lacquers can be very dangerous.
Poisonous
ingredient
Where
found
- some lacquers
- some cleaning agents
Note: This list may not be all inclusive.
Symptoms
Respiratory
- Breathing difficulty (from inhalation)
- Throat swelling (which may also cause
breathing difficulty)
Eyes, ears, nose, and throat
- Severe pain in the throat
- Severe pain or burning in the nose, eyes,
ears, lips, or tongue
- Loss of vision
Gastrointestinal
- Severe abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Burns of the esophagus (food pipe)
- Vomiting blood
- Blood in the stool
Heart and blood vessels
- Hypotension (low blood pressure) develops
rapidly
- Collapse
- Skin
- Irritation
- Burn
- Necrosis (holes) in the skin or underlying
tissues
Home
treatment
Seek emergency medical care immediately.
Drink water to dilute. Do not induce vomiting.
Before
calling emergency
Determine the following
information:
- the patient’s age, weight, and condition
- the name of product (ingredients and
strengths if known)
- the time it was swallowed
- the amount swallowed
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