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Household glue
Definition
Most household glues, such as Elmer's glue, are non-toxic.
Alternative Names
Elmer's glue
Poisonous Ingredient
None
Where Found
- household glues, such as Elmer's glue
Symptoms
- in extremely high doses, may cause some gastric outlet obstruction or intestinal obstruction with resulting abdominal pain
Home Care
Elmer's glue is generally considered relatively nontoxic. Call Poison Control for further information.
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
They will instruct you if it is necessary to take the patient to the hospital. See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. Take the container with you to the emergency room.
What to Expect at the Emergency Room
- Treat the symptoms
Outlook (Prognosis)
Because of the glue's relatively nontoxic nature, recovery should occur.
Review Date:
4/16/2004
Reviewed By: Cherlin Johnson, M.D., Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
Reviewed By: Cherlin Johnson, M.D., Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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