Is hydrogen peroxide toxic?

Hydrogen peroxide is a common chemical in our lives. Although many ordinary people don’t know that they are using hydrogen peroxide, it can indeed help us. Generally speaking, hydrogen peroxide is used to sterilize and disinfect. For example, if there is some odor in the kitchen drain or a strong odor in the toilet, we can use hydrogen peroxide added with water to remove the odor. Of course, hydrogen peroxide has many other uses, and it is needed in medicine, industry, and the military.

However, many people wonder whether hydrogen peroxide is toxic. Generally speaking, we all know that excessive use of chemical products will produce some side effects and cause some discomfort to the human body. Some chemicals, if used in excess, can cause death. So many people are afraid that if hydrogen peroxide is poisonous, no one would dare to use it. Let's take a look at what we need to pay attention to when using hydrogen peroxide.

1. Do not take orally and keep out of reach of children.

2. It is corrosive to metals, use with caution.

3. Avoid mixing with alkaline and reducing substances.

4. Keep away from light and heat, and store at room temperature.

5. The validity period for medical use is generally 24 months. [7]

6. Do not touch it with your hands.

Health Hazards: Concentrated hydrogen peroxide is highly corrosive. Inhalation of this vapor or mist is highly irritating to the respiratory tract. Direct eye contact with liquid can cause irreversible damage or even blindness. Oral poisoning may cause abdominal pain, chest pain, difficulty breathing, vomiting, temporary movement and sensory disorders, and fever. Some cases may experience visual impairment, epileptic convulsions, and mild paralysis. Hydrogen peroxide can also cause damage to human genetic material DNA and gene mutations. Hydrogen peroxide may accelerate the aging process of the human body. Hydrogen peroxide is closely related to the occurrence or development of Alzheimer's disease. Hydrogen peroxide is closely related to the development of Parkinson's disease, cerebral stroke, arteriosclerosis, diabetic nephropathy and diabetic neuropathy in the elderly. Hydrogen peroxide may also cause or worsen eye diseases such as cataracts. Entry through the respiratory tract may cause lung damage. Repeated contact can cause human hair to turn white and skin to turn yellow. Ingestion can irritate the gastrointestinal mucosa and cause gastrointestinal damage and gastrointestinal diseases.

The above is a detailed introduction to the relevant knowledge. Have you understood something after reading it? In fact, hydrogen peroxide will not cause poisoning reactions when used properly. However, as you can see above, if you accidentally inhale or drink hydrogen peroxide, it will cause many uncomfortable symptoms in your body. At this time, you should go to the hospital for observation and treatment in time.