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Amyl Nitrate Splashed Into Nose And Throat. Cleaned With Water And Induced Vomiting. Anything Else To Do?
Hi,
I think you did the right thing for now. Ample amount of water is used for splashing. You further ensure breathing fresh air as pollutants can cause more problems.
Keep a watch of symptoms, you may feel dizzy when you are changing postures. A mild headache is OK, if you have severe one with vomiting, please rush to ER.
Absolutely no alcohol and smoke for next 24 hours.
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I think you did the right thing for now. Ample amount of water is used for splashing. You further ensure breathing fresh air as pollutants can cause more problems.
Keep a watch of symptoms, you may feel dizzy when you are changing postures. A mild headache is OK, if you have severe one with vomiting, please rush to ER.
Absolutely no alcohol and smoke for next 24 hours.
Hope I answered your query, if you have any follow up queries I am available for answer.
DISCLAIMER: This Expert advice is based upon history as provided by the individual. But since the practice of medicine requires a face to face encounter including a clinical examination, no Physician - Patient relationship has been established here. Hence this guidance is not tantamount to a medico-legally valid consultation. Please consult your nearest physician before acting on the advice.
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Dr. Raju A.T
My nose and throat have a burning sensation From where the liquid amyl nitrite went down my nose and into the back of my troat...I am drinking water..should I do anything else or need to go to ER?
Hi XXXXXXX ,
I would consider the drinking good amount of water will suffice, Since it has dilating effect on the blood vessels , it would be advisable to drink cold water which can prevent congestion of the mucosa in the throat caused by the drug.
Wish you Good Health
Disclaimer: The Expert’s advice is provided for general informational purposes only and SHOULD NOT be relied upon as a substitute for sound professional medical advice, as a complete assessment of an individual has not taken place. Please consult your nearest physician before acting on it. The advice is not valid for medico-legal purposes also.
I would consider the drinking good amount of water will suffice, Since it has dilating effect on the blood vessels , it would be advisable to drink cold water which can prevent congestion of the mucosa in the throat caused by the drug.
Wish you Good Health
Disclaimer: The Expert’s advice is provided for general informational purposes only and SHOULD NOT be relied upon as a substitute for sound professional medical advice, as a complete assessment of an individual has not taken place. Please consult your nearest physician before acting on it. The advice is not valid for medico-legal purposes also.
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