contact us | privacy policy
printer friendly

Carbolic acid

From DrKoop's partner site on diet and exercise, MyDietExercise.com
InjuryDiseasesNutritionPoison
SymptomsSurgeryTestSpecial Topic
Overview Symptoms Treatment Prevention
Definition

This is poisoning caused by touching or swallowing carbolic acid, a sweet-smelling clear liquid added to many different products.  


Alternative Names

Phenol; Hydrobenzene and phenylic acid; Phenylic acid and hydrobenzene 


Poisonous Ingredient

Phenol


Where Found
  • Various antiseptics
  • Various disinfectants
  • Various germicides
  • Adhesive dyes
  • Perfumes
  • Textiles
  • Lubricating oils

Review Date: 03/21/2006
Reviewed By: Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-RooseveltHospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed HealthcareNetwork.

Visit Our Health Centers

What's HOT

Find a Therapist

Powered by Psychology Today


PR Newswire





Privacy Policy | Contact Us | Disclaimer

The drkoop.com URL and web site are not associated with C. Everett Koop, M.D., former Surgeon General of the United States.

By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on drkoop.com is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2004-2008. The HealthCentral Network, Inc. All rights reserved.