Toilet bowl deodorizers

• paradichlorobenzene

Note: This list may not be all inclusive.

Where Found:

• various toilet bowl deodorizers

Symptoms:

• body as a whole
  • convulsions
  • muscle spasms

• gastrointestinal
  • abdominal pain
  • nausea & vomiting
  • diarrhea

Home Treatment:
Standard procedure is to induce emesis ( vomiting ) unless the patient is unconscious or experiencing convulsions . Before inducing emesis, contact Poison Control for verification.

If instructed to induce emesis, standard procedure is as follows:

Give the usual dose of ipecac syrup: 15 milliliters (ml) or 1 TABLEspoonful for children and 30 ml (2 TABLEspoonsful) for adults. Follow with 1/2 glassful or 4 ounces (oz.) of water for children or 8 to 12 oz. of water for adults. Repeat 1 more time in 1/2 hour if emesis has not occurred.

Before Calling Poison Control:
Determine the following information:

• the patient's age, weight, and condition
• the name of the product (as well as the ingredients and strength if known)
• the time it was swallowed
• the amount swallowed

Call Poison Control:
They will instruct you if it is necessary to take the patient to the hospital. See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. Bring the deodorizer container with you to the emergency room.

What to Expect:
Some or all of the following procedures may be performed:

• Induce emesis .
• Use gastric lavage .
• Treat the symptoms.

Prognosis:
Full recovery may take several weeks to months.