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Does Swallowing Sodium Hydrochloride Require An ER Consultation?

Posted on Tue, 24 Oct 2017

Question: what would happen if i accidently swallowed sodium hypochloride, but i threw it up

Answered by Dr. Anshul Varshney (18 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Seek ER help

Detailed Answer:
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Hi, I am Dr Anshul Varshney , I have read your query in detail , I understand your concern.

If you swallow pure , sodium hypochloride , then you may develop corrosive stomach injury, perforation and stricture and this is medical emergency and you should see your doctor for evaluation and help.

The household used products containing sodium hypochloride have usually low concentration of it in them, and usually causes vomiting and stomach irritation.

Let your doctor evaluate and if they feel this is nothing to worry, they will prescribe you a combination of Pantoprazole and Domperidone and Mucaine gel.

This is my personal opinion based on details available here. If you still have any other query, you may please ask me.
Stay Healthy.
Dr Anshul Varshney , MD

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Anshul Varshney (4 minutes later)

if i throw it up will it still affect me

Answered by Dr. Anshul Varshney (1 minute later)

Brief Answer:
Depends

Detailed Answer:
It will effect you if you have swallowed it inside and later thrown it. If you have not swallowed it, it will not harm your stomach but yes can abrade your oral mucous membrane.

Good Luck.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Anshul Varshney (1 minute later)

Answered by Dr. Anshul Varshney (0 minute later)

Brief Answer:
Take Care

Detailed Answer:
I wish you a speedy recovery.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar