Poisoning from swallowing�chalk.
Poisonous Ingredient: Chalk is generally considered to be non-toxic.
Where Found: Note: This list may not be all inclusive.
Symptoms: - Gastrointestinal
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea�
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Eye irritation
Home Treatment: Wash any chalk from the skin or eyes. Call Poison Control for further guidance.
Before Calling Emergency: Determine the following information:
- The patient's age, weight, and condition
- The name of the product (ingredients and strengths, if known)
- The time it was swallowed
- The amount swallowed
Poison Control, or a local emergency number: The National Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) can be called from anywhere in the United States. This national hotline number will let you talk to experts in poisoning. They will give you further instructions.
This is a free and confidential service. All local poison control centers in the U.S. use this national number. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Take the container with you to the hospital, if possible.
See National Poison Control center.
What to expect at the emergency room: Some or all of the following procedures may be performed:
Expectations (prognosis): Chalk is considered a fairly nontoxic substance, so recovery is quite likely.
