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What Causes Stomach Discomfort And Headache After Accidental Ingestion Of Cockroach Spray?

Hi... I accidently had got the cocroach spray in my mouth and after that I washed my mouth and did gargle also. But my throat started irritating and even some hot flashes in my stomach. Also started head ache. What needs to be done on this?? Will it be harmful in future??
Wed, 12 Aug 2015
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Hi dear ,

As per your query you have accidentally ingested insect spray and you are having stomach discomfort and and headache . Most bug repellents contain DEET (N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide) as their active ingredient , Which is very poisonous and the symptoms you are experiencing are alarming . This ingredient can also affect nervous system It also irritate stomach mucosa and produce gastric problem .I would suggest you to consult doctor without any delay . For now drink a glass of milk and do salt water gargles . Doctor may perform gastric lavage .

Hope your concern has been resolved.
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Stomach Discomfort And Headache After Accidental Ingestion Of Cockroach Spray?

Hi dear , As per your query you have accidentally ingested insect spray and you are having stomach discomfort and and headache . Most bug repellents contain DEET (N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide) as their active ingredient , Which is very poisonous and the symptoms you are experiencing are alarming . This ingredient can also affect nervous system It also irritate stomach mucosa and produce gastric problem .I would suggest you to consult doctor without any delay . For now drink a glass of milk and do salt water gargles . Doctor may perform gastric lavage . Hope your concern has been resolved. Dr. Harry Maheshwari