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| Definition: | Poisoning from an overdose of sodium hypochlorite.
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| Alternative Names: | Bleach; Clorox; Carrel-Dakin solution
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| Poisonous Ingredient: | Sodium hypochlorite
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| Where Found: | - Chemical used to add chlorine to swimming pools
- Some bleaching solutions
- Disinfectants
- Water purifiers
Note: This list may not be all inclusive.
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Review Date: 7/31/2003
Reviewed By: Ari Schwell, M.D., Director, Emergency Department of the Episcopal Campus of Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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