First Aid Information For: Ortho Dormant Disease Control Lime-Sulfur Spray-Old Product

From MSDS EYES: Immediately hold eyelids open and flush eyes with plenty of water. Remove any contact lenses and flush eyes for at least 15-20 minutes. Ensure both upper and lower eyelids are flushed. Get medical attention immediately. SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing while flushing affected area with water. Continue flushing for 20 minutes. Wash affected area with mild soap and water. Get medical attention immediately. INGESTION: Immediately rinse mouth with water. If within 30 minutes after ingestion, give a small glass of water (never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person). If water is not available, give milk. Do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately. INHALATION: Move to fresh air. Seek medical attention immediately if breathing becomes difficult or symptoms develop. NOTES TO PHYSICIAN: In addition to the use of 100% oxygen and supportive care, suggested treatment for hydrogen sulfide poisoning includes the use of nitrites. This is based on similar mechanisms of toxicity between hydrogen sulfide and hydrogen cyanide. The nitrite-induced methemoglobin is thought to bind the toxic hydrosulfide ion. Initial inhalation of amyl nitrite pearls for 15 to 30 seconds of each minute should be initiated until 10 ml of a 3% solution of sodium nitrite can be administered intravenously at 2.5 to 5 ml per minute. While the efficacy of nitrites in hydrogen sulfide poisoning has not been unequivocally demonstrated, their use is recommended as part of the treatment regimen. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has been used for cyanide poisoning with some success and may be of benefit in hydrogen sulfide poisoning if other measures are ineffective.