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==Background==
*Compound that is intermediate chemical in formulation of many carbamate pesticides
*Highly toxic if inhaled, contacted, or ingested
*Odorless, clear liquid
*Principle toxicant in Bhopal disaster

==Clinical Features==
*Potent lachrymal agent
*Symptom onset may be immediate after exposure or delayed 1-2 days
*Mucosal irritation of eyes, nose, pharynx, skin
*[[Cough]], [[chest pain]], [[SOB]]
*At high levels: [[pulmonary edema]], severe reactive airway disease, bronchial/alveolar hemorrhage

==Differential Diagnosis==
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==Evaluation==
*Clinical diagnosis, evaluate for alternatives and complications

==Management==
*Decontaminate
*Supportive

==Disposition==


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==References==
*Agency for Toxic Substances & Disease Registry https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxfaqs/tfacts182.pdf
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