What To Do If You Accidentally Consume Some Petrol

Posted on Wed, 10 Jul 2019

Question: what to do if you accidentally consume some petrol

Answered by Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Nothing to worry

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Accidental ingestion of some amount of petrol is harmless.
You should observe for Nausea, Vomiting,Fever,Rapid respirations, restlessness etc.If you develop any of these symptoms, you should consult a Doctor immediately.
Treatment depends on the symptoms.If fever develops, Paracetamol will be given.For nausea and vomiting,anti emetics are given.
X Ray chest is advised if fever doesn't subside.Infection of the lungs may need an Antibiotic.
Nothing to worry as of now.
Hope I answered your query.If you have any questions,I will clarify further.
Wish you good health
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng

Follow up: Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (19 minutes later)

hi Doctor, it was empty bottle with water and I just consumed a little, as the same bottle was used for carry petrol. however, I have experienced bloating and gas formation. I didn't sleep properly last night. and a night prior to it, I had also consumed lot of alcohol and Chili. I am actually feeling drowsy and tired. should I take any antacid or something like Gelusil MPS. my current weight is 81 kg where in my height is 176 cm Please advise

Answered by Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (28 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You can take Gelusil MPS

Detailed Answer:
Hi
If petrol is not there in the bottle, you need not worry.
All the symptoms that you have mentioned are due to Alcohol and chilli.
I prescribe Proton pump inhibitor like Rabeprazole along with Domperidone to my patients with similar complaints.If it is not available, you can take Gelusil MPS.
Sleeplessness could be due to Anxiety.
Nothing to worry.
Wish you speedy recovery
Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng