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calcium hydroxide - Definition: (Source: MedLinePlus)

Calcium hydroxide is a white powder produced by mixing calcium oxide ("lime") with water. Calcium hydroxide poisoning occurs when someone swallows this substance. 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. ...
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Symptoms of calcium hydroxide (Source: MedLinePlus)
Eyes, ears, nose, and throat Loss of vision; Severe pain in the throat; Severe pain or burning in the nose, eyes, ears, lips, or tongue. ; Gastrointestinal Blood in the stool ; Burns in the esophagus (food pipe); Severe abdominal pain ; Vomiting; Vomiting blood . ; Heart and blood Collapse; Low blood pressure that develops rapidly; Too much or too little acid in the blood (leads to organ damage). ; Lungs Breathing difficulty (from breathing in substance); Throat swelling (which may also cause breathing difficulty). ; Skin Burn; Holes (necrosis) in the skin or tissues underneath; Irritation. ...
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calcium hydroxide - Conventional Treatments (Source: MedLinePlus)
Seek 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. If the person breathed in the poison, immediately move him or her to fresh air. ...
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