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Health Effects
Warnings:
Not for human consumption. For Aquarium/Ornamental fish use only! Not for fish used for human consumption. Keep out of reach of children!
Acute Health Effects:
From MSDS
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE
Eyes: Can be irritating with possible redness and pain.
Skin: May cause mild irritation and reddening on prolonged contact.
Inhalation: Not likely. If inhaled as a mist, may cause irritation.
Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal upset if large doses are ingested.
ROUTES OF EXPOSURE
Inhalation: Not likely
Skin Contact: Spills
Eye Contact: Splashes
Chronic Health Effects:
From MSDS
May produce ***iodism*** which may be manifested by skin rash, running nose
headache and irritation of mucous membranes. Weakness, anemia, loss
of weight, and general depression may also occur.
Carcinogenicity:
From MSDS
No information provided.
First Aid:
From MSDS
Eyes: Wash thoroughly with running water. Get medical advice if irritation develops.
Skin: Wash exposed area with soap and water. Get medical advice if irritation
develops
Inhalation: N/A
Ingestion: If patient swallowed large quantities and is conscious, give large quantities of water, then induce vomiting by inserting finger to back of throat. Call a PHYSICIAN.
