Hydrogen peroxide has been employed medicinally for wound irrigation and for the sterilisation of ophthalmic and endoscopic instruments. Hydrogen peroxide causes toxicity via three main mechanisms: corrosive damage, oxygen gas formation and lipid peroxidation. Concentrated hydrogen peroxide is caustic and exposure may result in local tissue damage. Where the amount of oxygen evolved exceeds its maximum solubility in blood, venous or arterial gas embolism may occur.
The mechanism of CNS damage is thought to be arterial gas embolisation with subsequent brain infarction. Rapid generation of oxygen in closed body cavities can also cause mechanical distension and there is potential for the rupture of the hollow viscus secondary to oxygen liberation. In addition, intravascular foaming following absorption can seriously impede right ventricular output and produce complete loss of cardiac output.
Hydrogen peroxide can also exert a direct cytotoxic effect via lipid peroxidation. Anyone who chooses to use a home tooth-bleaching product should first consult with a dental professional.
During use for any purpose, hydrogen peroxide could splash into the eyes, or contact lens solution containing hydrogen peroxide can be mistaken for regular multipurpose cleaner and accidentally applied directly into the eye prior to neutralization. If this happens, immediately rinse with plenty of running water for minutes.
Hydrogen peroxide splashed onto the skin could cause the skin to blanch, or whiten, for a short time. The area might feel tingly for a while, too. Again, rinse with plenty of running water.
Skin burns are possible if high-concentration of hydrogen peroxide was involved. At one time, hydrogen peroxide was used to disinfect skin wounds. This is no longer recommended, since research has shown that hydrogen peroxide can irritate or damage the cells needed for wound healing. Find out from your vet first whether vomiting should be induced and what the correct dose would be for your pet.
Do not routinely induce vomiting; call your vet or animal poison control center first before causing an animal to vomit. Some substances can be more dangerous to bring up than to leave down in the stomach. Also, not all animals are capable of vomiting. Call or. Her husband, who said he was a homeopath, gave her two tablespoons or less. Aronson JK. Hydrogen peroxide. In: Aronson JK, ed. Meyler's Side Effects of Drugs.
Waltham, MA: Elsevier; Hoyte C. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; chap Editorial team. Hydrogen peroxide poisoning. Poisonous Ingredient Hydrogen peroxide can be poisonous if it is not used correctly. The poison center is open all day, every day for poisoning emergencies and questions. Call Now. Quick Facts about hydrogen peroxide : Hydrogen peroxide comes in different strengths and has many uses. To make sure you are getting the best information for your individual situation, click below to call or chat.
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