Paraffin Ingestion: First Aid & Emergency Information
Paraffin is a flammable hydrocarbon liquid or wax-like substance derived from petroleum, coal or oil shale.
DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING
• DO NOT GIVE ANY FLUIDS UNLESS TOLD TO DO SO BY A DOCTOR. KEEP HEAD AND CHEST HIGH. SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE IMMEDIATELY.
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