Household glue

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Household glue

Definition:

Most household glues, such as Elmer's glue, are non-toxic.

Alternative Names:

Elmer's glue

Poisonous Ingredient:

None

Where Found:

household glues, such as Elmer's glue

Note: This list may not be all inclusive.

Symptoms:

in extremely high doses, may cause some gastric outlet obstruction or intestinal obstruction with resulting abdominal pain

Home Treatment:

Elmer's glue is generally considered relatively nontoxic. Call Poison Control for further information.

Before Calling Emergency:

Determine the following information:

the patient's age, weight, and condition
the name of the product (ingredients and strengths, if known)
the time it was swallowed
the amount swallowed

Poison Control, or a local emergency number:

They will instruct you if it is necessary to take the patient to the hospital. See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. Take the container with you to the emergency room.

What to expect at the emergency room:

Treat the symptoms

Note: The patient may not need to go to the emergency room.

Expectations (prognosis):

Because of the glue's relatively nontoxic nature, recovery should occur.

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