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Health Effects
Acute Health Effects:
From MSDS HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Emergency Overview: This aqua paste or blue or green gel may produce transient eye irritation. Ingestion of small amounts may cause nausea, vomiting, and mild GI irritation; ingestion of larger amounts may cause symptoms of fluoride toxicity which should be evaluated by a medical professional. POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS Eye - May produce transient superficial eye irritation. Skin - Prolonged exposure may produce transient irritation. Inhalation - NA Ingestion - Nausea and vomiting may occur within minutes, and diarrhea and mild GI irritation may occur up to 24 hours after ingestion of small amounts (1 oz or more). Ingestion of larger amounts (> 3oz in children; > 8 oz in adults) may cause symptoms of fluoride toxicity.
Chronic Health Effects:
From MSDS No information provided.
Carcinogenicity:
From MSDS No information provided.
First Aid:
From MSDS Eye - Rinse thoroughly with water. Oral irritation - Discontinue use, See physician or dentist if symptoms persist Skin - Rinse with water. Ingestion - If a small amount (1 to 3 oz in children; 2-8 oz in adults) has been ingested, administer milk (water or other liquid if milk is not available) to dilute stomach contents. If a large amount (> 3 oz in children; > 8 oz in adults) has been ingested, administer milk (water or other liquid if milk is not available) to dilute stomach contents and contact a medical professional for further advice. Inhalation - NA
