EYE, CHEMICAL IN

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WHEN TO CALL YOUR DOCTOR FOR EYE, CHEMICAL IN

Call Your Doctor Now (night or day) If

You think you have a serious injury
Acid or alkali was the chemical
Cloudy spot or sore on the cornea (clear central part of eye)
Blurred vision persists after irrigating the eye
Eye pain persists after irrigating the eye
Continued tearing or blinking persists after irrigating the eye
FIRST AID - Irrigate eye immediately before calling

Call Local Poison Center

All chemical exposures (EXCEPTION: household soap, sunscreen lotion or other obviously harmless substance).
National 800 phone number is 1-800-222-1222, or check the front cover of your phone book.

Call Your Doctor Within 24 Hours (between 9am and 4pm) If

You think you need to be seen
Redness persists for more than 24 hours

Call Your Doctor During Weekday Office Hours If

You have other questions or concerns

Self Care at Home If

Harmless chemical in the eye with no complications and you don't think you need to be seen

Disclaimer: This information is not intended be a substitute for professional medical advice. It is provided for educational purposes only. You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information.

Reviewed 8/2004

Revised 7/2002

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