Urgent measures after zinc oxide poisoning

If people who use zinc oxide powder are poisoned, the poisoned person will have poor appetite, polydipsia, tiredness, chest tightness and tenderness, lethargy, dry cough, and will have elevated body temperature, dilated pupils, conjunctiva and pharynx, facial congestion, diabetes, and sometimes Hepatomegaly appears.

Pulmonary interstitial edema and destruction of alveolar epithelium occur in severe cases of zinc oxide powder poisoning. In case of poisoning, alkaline substances can be inhaled, glucose (40% dissolved Chemicalbook solution 20ml) and 300mg ascorbic acid can be injected intravenously. Take cardiotonics according to symptoms. The maximum allowable concentration in the air is 0.5mg/m3.

When using the zinc oxide powder process, you should wear a gas mask, protective glasses, and work clothes during the operation.

Bathe in hot water after using zinc oxide powder.

Attention should be paid to prevent the formation and discharge of vapor and aerosol into the air at the work site. Pay attention to dust and ventilation.