Potassium carbonate is a white powder used to make soap, glass, and other items. This article discusses poisoning from swallowing or breathing in potassium carbonate.
This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.
Poisonous IngredientPotassium carbonate
Where FoundNote: This list may not be all inclusive.
SymptomsSeek immediate medical help. DO NOT make a person throw up unless told to do so by Poison Control or a health care professional.
If the chemical is on the skin or in the eyes, flush with lots of water for at least 15 minutes.
If the chemical was swallowed, immediately give the person water or milk, unless instructed otherwise by a health care provider. DO NOT give water or milk if the patient is having symptoms (such as vomiting, convulsions, or a decreased level of alertness) that make it hard to swallow.
Before Calling EmergencyDetermine the following information:
The National Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) can be called from anywhere in the United States. This national hotline number will let you talk to experts in poisoning. They will give you further instructions.
This is a free and confidential service. All local poison control centers in the United States use this national number. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
See: Poison control center - emergency number
What to expect at the emergency roomThe health care provider will measure and monitor the patient's vital signs, including temperature, pulse, breathing rate, and blood pressure. Symptoms will be treated as appropriate. The patient may receive:
How well a patient does depends on the amount of poison swallowed and how quickly treatment was received. The faster a patient gets medical help, the better the chance for recovery.
Damage to the esophagus and stomach continues to occur for several weeks after the poison was swallowed. Death may occur.
Potassium carbonate is a white powder used to make soap, glass, and other items. This article discusses poisoning from swallowing or breathing in potassium carbonate.
This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.
Poisonous IngredientPotassium carbonate
Where FoundNote: This list may not be all inclusive.
SymptomsSeek immediate medical help. DO NOT make a person throw up unless told to do so by Poison Control or a health care professional.
If the chemical is on the skin or in the eyes, flush with lots of water for at least 15 minutes.
If the chemical was swallowed, immediately give the person water or milk, unless instructed otherwise by a health care provider. DO NOT give water or milk if the patient is having symptoms (such as vomiting, convulsions, or a decreased level of alertness) that make it hard to swallow.
Before Calling EmergencyDetermine the following information:
The National Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) can be called from anywhere in the United States. This national hotline number will let you talk to experts in poisoning. They will give you further instructions.
This is a free and confidential service. All local poison control centers in the United States use this national number. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
See: Poison control center - emergency number
What to expect at the emergency roomThe health care provider will measure and monitor the patient's vital signs, including temperature, pulse, breathing rate, and blood pressure. Symptoms will be treated as appropriate. The patient may receive:
How well a patient does depends on the amount of poison swallowed and how quickly treatment was received. The faster a patient gets medical help, the better the chance for recovery.
Damage to the esophagus and stomach continues to occur for several weeks after the poison was swallowed. Death may occur.
Reviewed ByReview Date: 02/02/2011
Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
Although there are a huge number of benefits associated with the use of potassium carbonate, it is not devoid of ill effects. Potash can cause harmful side effects which include inflammation of the eyes, skin, stomach and throat. It can also cause irritation to the respiratory system, skin and eyes.
You can die from any sort of poisoning if help isn't acquired straight away.
Concrete confirmation of CO poisoning comes from a carboxyhemoglobin test.
Due to the fact that most pencil lead is graphite, you can't get lead poisoning. :)
In severe cases of CO poisoning, patients are given hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
normally no but in very large amounts you can get potassium poisoning
Although there are a huge number of benefits associated with the use of potassium carbonate, it is not devoid of ill effects. Potash can cause harmful side effects which include inflammation of the eyes, skin, stomach and throat. It can also cause irritation to the respiratory system, skin and eyes.
yes, they could get potassium poisoning and die
...from ashigakari.com ...no, because potassium cyanide can only kill when it is mixed with acid, producing hydrogen cyanide. in case of poisoning, the reaction occurs on digestion.
Arrhthmyia of the heart, problems with smooth and skeletal muscle contractions; hyperkalemia can even stop the heart muscle.
Measurement of other blood components such as sodium, potassium, bicarbonate, urea nitrogen, and lactic acid.
There are several potassium-based compounds that can be harmful if ingested or breathed in, including but not limited to: potassium carbonate (found most commonly in soap and glass), potassium hydroxide (found in drain cleaner, hair removal kits), potassium bromate (used in baking), and potassium permanganate (used rarely as an antiseptic). Common symptoms might include severe abdominal pain, severe mouth and throat pain, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, rapid drop in blood pressure, and collapse. In all cases, seek medical help immediately. These substances can be lethal, and the prognosis varies depending on the amount of toxin and the amount of time until medical aid is begun. The toll-free number for the National Poison Control Center is 1-800-222-1222. This hotline can be called from anywhere in the United States, and its experts can help guide you in the event of a poison-related emergency.
They are very healthy and are the staple starch diet for many tropical populations. They can be eaten in a variety of ways, turned into jam and flour, they can be used in stews and curries and be baked or mashed
Microbiological poisoning is commonly known as "food poisoning."
There is no such thing as "lipstick poisoning ".
It can be fatal in chronic poisoning.
Every type of poisoning is bad.