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Posted by AMD on October 14, 2005, at 8:07:43
Folks,
This morning I was cleaning with Ajax (with bleech), using a small hand-held sponge. I then, without washing my hand, opened and removed from their contains some of my daily vitamins, and washed them down with some water. Is it possible I could get neurological damage if the Ajax on my hand had come in contact with the pills before I swallowed them?
Sounds like I'm overreacting, but ...
amd
Posted by lunesta on October 14, 2005, at 9:04:12
In reply to accidentally swallowed ajax?, posted by AMD on October 14, 2005, at 8:07:43
with such a small amount its unlikely anything will happen, except vomiting perhaps, which is good.
if ever unsure, call poisin control and they can advise you nicely.
Posted by JenStar on October 15, 2005, at 0:42:15
In reply to accidentally swallowed ajax?, posted by AMD on October 14, 2005, at 8:07:43
hi AMD, You're OK. :)
bleach is a basic solution. In strong concentrations, bases can cause burns and tissue damage similar to that caused by acids.
However, in such a tiny amount that might have been on your hands, there would be no real issues, I don't think. If your hands don't have issues, your insides shouldn't either!
If you're worried about it, you should definitely call a poison control center (as another poster suggested) and ask for advice.
Be careful with those cleaning products! :)
JenStar
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