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bacitracin zinc overdose - Definition: (Source: MedLinePlus)

Bacitracin zinc is a medicine applied to cuts and other skin wounds to help prevent infection. Bacitracin is a germ-killing medicine called an antibiotic. Small amounts of bacitracin zinc are dissolved in petroleum jelly to create antibiotic ointments. Bacitracin zinc overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally swallows products containing this ingredient or uses more than the normal or recommended amount of the product. 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. See also: Bacitracin overdose Petroleum jelly overdose Zinc oxide overdose ...
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Symptoms of bacitracin zinc overdose (Source: MedLinePlus)
Bacitracin zinc is very safe. However getting bacitracin zinc in your eyes may cause redness and some pain and itching. Intentionally eating bacitracin in large amounts may cause you to have some pain in your stomach and possibly throw up. Rarely bacitracin zinc may cause an allergic reaction . You are most likely to have some redness and itching of your skin. However, like any substance, a severe allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis ) can occur. ...
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bacitracin zinc overdose - Conventional Treatments (Source: MedLinePlus)
Stop using the product. Seek immediate emergency medical care. 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. Do NOT give water if the patient is vomiting or has a decreased level of alertness. ...
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Further Reading on bacitracin zinc overdose
  • Lifestyle 101: Making the Best Choices for Your Baby ( WebMD )
    Making the right choices for you and your baby while you're pregnant...fish, dry beans, eggs, and nuts An important source of the B vitamins, protein, iron, and zinc If you follow the guidelines set out...

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