Dangers of Flea Medication
Flea medications are used on pets and domestic animals to prevent serious skin infections and infectious diseases in both animals and people who come into contact with animals. Although generally safe if used properly, flea medications may cause dangerous side effects if they come into contact with certain body parts, or are ingested, inhaled or spilled.
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Eye Damage
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Eye damage may occur in pets or people if the liquid makes contact around or in the eyes, and prompt medical attention may be needed to prevent complications such as loss of vision.
Poisoning
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Flea medications are poisonous to pets and people if swallowed; contact a poison control center or 9-1-1 immediately if you suspect your pet or household member drank flea medication.
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Inhalation
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Inhalation of flea medications requires urgent medical treatment and may result in damage to the mouth, throat and lungs.
Skin and Clothing
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Spills of flea medications on your skin or clothing should be immediately treated by removing the clothing and discarding it in the trash, and flushing your skin with lots of cool water.
Contamination
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After using flea medications, washing your hands thoroughly can prevent contamination of products you may ingest, including food, drinks, gum and tobacco.
Combustion
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Flea medications, especially liquid shampoos, may be combustible and should not be stored or exposed to open flames or heat sources.
Environmental Pollution
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Unwanted flea medications should not be poured down the drain or dumped into the ground due to potential environmental pollution and poisoning of other animals.
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