Automatic dishwasher soaps

Definition:
This poisoning is from ingestion of an automatic dishwashing soap.

Poisonous Ingredient:
  • Various alkalai soaps (which can vary in alkali content). Toxicity varies depending on pH and extent of exposure.


Where Found:
  • Automatic dishwashing soaps



Review Date: 2/10/2002
Reviewed By: Kevin G. Wheeler, M.D., Department of Emergency Medicine, Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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