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Can Swallowing Washing Detergent Be Harmful?

my 2 yr old just bit into an Ariel active gel capsule (for washing clothes) and swallowed about half the content....she immediately vomited and is now running around and acting fine, although coughing ocassionally......should I be concerned, should I let her have water?
Mon, 16 Nov 2015
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Welcome to HCM
We understand your concerns

I went through your details. Detergents are powerful cleaning products that may contain strong acids, alkalis, or phosphates. Usually for a child, if ingested with detergent, we always say "Do not make a person throw up unless told to do so by poison control or a health care professional".

The symptom may not be present or the child may not be able to identify the symptoms due to his playful mood. I suggest You should consult a health care professional ASAP.

If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. http://goo.gl/aYW2pR. Make sure that you include every minute detail possible.

Hope this answers your query. Further clarifications are welcome.
Good luck. Take care.
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Can Swallowing Washing Detergent Be Harmful?

Dear Welcome to HCM We understand your concerns I went through your details. Detergents are powerful cleaning products that may contain strong acids, alkalis, or phosphates. Usually for a child, if ingested with detergent, we always say Do not make a person throw up unless told to do so by poison control or a health care professional . The symptom may not be present or the child may not be able to identify the symptoms due to his playful mood. I suggest You should consult a health care professional ASAP. If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. http://goo.gl/aYW2pR. Make sure that you include every minute detail possible. Hope this answers your query. Further clarifications are welcome. Good luck. Take care.