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Consumed 5ml of Hand Sanitizer

2021-09-28 13:14:41
My 15 year old brother consumed almost 5ml of hand sanitizer. Sanitizer had 70% Isopropyl Alcohol in it. Please tell me what to do. He felt bad in his tongue and throat. He did gargles and after that he drank water. Please tell if it's ok?
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If no symptoms then forget small dose ingested not likely to cause any problem beyond local burning

Answered2021-09-28 14:53:24

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5 ml is usually too small amount to cause harmful effects Gastric lavage may be needed if still it produces any untoward symptoms

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Consult hospital nearby

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Consult hospital nearby you

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Consult emergency department nearby hospital

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