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Health Effects
Warnings:
Keep out of reach of children under 6 yrs. of age. If more than used for brushing is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Acute Health Effects:
From MSDS HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION This white/green or white/blue striped product may produce transient eye irritation. Ingestion of small amounts may cause nausea, vomiting, and mild GI irritation; ingestion of larger amounts may cause symptoms of fluoride toxicity which should be evaluated by a medical professional. POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS Eye - May produce transient superficial eye irritation. Skin - Prolonged contact may produce transient irritation. Inhalation - NA Ingestion - Nausea and vomiting may occur within minutes, and diarrhea and mild GI irritation may occur up to 24 hours after ingestion of small amounts (<2 oz). Ingestion of larger amounts (> 2oz in children; > 8 oz in adults) may cause symptoms of fluoride toxicity.
Chronic Health Effects:
From MSDS See Acute Health Effects
Carcinogenicity:
The manufacturer's Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) does not state whether the ingredients are considered carcinogens or potential carcinogens.
First Aid:
From MSDS Eye - Rinse thoroughly with water. Oral irritation - Discontinue use, See MD if symptoms persist Skin - Rinse with water. Ingestion - If a small amount (1 to 3 oz in children; 2-8 oz in adults) has been ingested, administer milk (water or other liquid if milk is not available) to dilute stomach contents. If a large amount (> 3 oz in children; > 8 oz in adults) has been ingested, administer milk (water or other liquid if milk is not available) to dilute stomach contents and contact a medical professional for further advice. Inhalation - NA
