DIAGNOSIS
The chloropicrin analytical technique was verified independently at EAG Labs. When you’ve been subjected to chloropicrin (PS) and are experiencing symptoms, see your physician immediately. They will do lung and eye tests to evaluate your health.
TREATMENT
Chloropicrin (PS) toxicity has no antidote. The first therapy, however, is primarily supportive. It comprises symptomatic treatment of initial adverse health effects and respiratory function assistance. Individuals must be stayed warm and calm to reduce the consequences of fluid collection in the lungs, which can develop with severe exposure.
Eye
- Eliminate the person from the origin of the exposure as soon as possible.
- Clean your eyes quickly with plenty of lukewarm water for at least fifteen minutes.
- Get medical assistance right away.
Ingestion
- Eliminate the person from the cause of the exposure as soon as possible.
- Ascertain that the patient’s airway is not obstructed.
- Do not make yourself vomit.
- When the individual is conscious and capable of swallowing, give a youngster 4 to 8 ounces of milk or water immediately.
Inhalation
- Eliminate the person from the cause of the exposure as soon as possible.
- Examine the respiratory function and pulse rate.
- Ascertain that the patient’s airway is not obstructed.
- When you experience breathing problems or dyspnea, give yourself some oxygen.
- If required, provide 100% humidified oxygenation to ensure circulation and comfort.
Skin
- Take the person from the cause of the exposure as soon as possible.
- Patient decontamination treatments may be found on the Decontamination page.
