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zinc oxide overdose - Definition: (Source: MedLinePlus)

Zinc oxide is an ingredient in certain creams and ointments used to prevent or treat minor skin burns and irritation. Zinc oxide overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally eats this medication. 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 zinc overdose ...
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Symptoms of zinc oxide overdose (Source: MedLinePlus)
Chills; Yellow eyes and  yellow skin ; Stomach pain; Nausea ; Vomiting; Diarrhea; Cough; Fever; Mouth and throat irritation. ...
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zinc oxide overdose - Conventional Treatments (Source: MedLinePlus)
If the person swallowed a lot of zinc oxide, immediately give the person water or milk. Do NOT give water or milk if the patient is vomiting or has a decreased level of alertness. If the chemical is on the skin or in the eyes, flush with lots of water for at least 15 minutes. If the chemical is breathed in (inhaled), move the person to fresh air. Call your doctor or poison control. ...
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Further Reading on zinc oxide overdose
  • Cold Sores - Treatment Overview ( WebMD )
    There is no cure for cold sores , nor is there a cure for the herpes simplex virus ( HSV ) that causes ...cold sore outbreak. One study showed that zinc oxide /glycine topical cream reduced the duration...
  • Protecting Your Skin From the Sun - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    Protecting your skinMost skin cancer can be prevented . Use the following tips to protect your skin from the sun . You may decrease ...using a physical sunscreen (sunblock), such as zinc oxide , which...
  • Diaper Rash ( WebMD )
    Diaper rash is a skin eruption that appears on the skin under a diaper ; the rash typically occurs in infants and children younger ...but should not be used for fungal infections. Zinc oxide may also be...
  • Anal Fissure - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    An anal fissure is a tear in the lining of the lower rectum ( anus ) that causes pain during bowel ...to use a nonprescription ointment such as zinc oxide , Preparation H, Anusol, or 1% hydrocortisone...
  • zinc oxide-topical, Desitin ( eMedicineHealth )



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