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  • Female
  • 32 Years
  • 29/01/2025

Question

I've been dealing with loose motion for the past two days and even vomited once. I started drinking lemon water and ORS and it really helped. But now I'm feeling a lot of acidity this morning. What do you suggest I do to get rid of this acidity?

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Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Overdose Alert

Consuming 30 Zandu Parad tablets (containing mercury) and 10 paracetamol tablets can lead to severe health complications.

Immediate Action Required

  1. Seek medical attention: Rush to the nearest hospital or poison control center.
  2. Inform doctors: Share the details of the overdose, including the number of tablets consumed.
  3. Treatment: Doctors may administer activated charcoal, gastric lavage, or other treatments to reduce mercury and paracetamol absorption.

Potential Consequences

  1. Mercury poisoning: Damage to kidneys, brain, and nervous system.
  2. Paracetamol toxicity: Liver damage or failure.
  3. Gastrointestinal symptoms: Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.
  4. Cardiovascular issues: Abnormal heart rhythms, low blood pressure.
  5. Neurological problems: Tremors, seizures, confusion, and coma.

Prevention is key

To avoid such situations in the future:

  1. Always follow dosage instructions.
  2. Consult a doctor before taking any medication.
  3. Keep medications out of reach of children and pets.

Dr. Shubham Suggests...

Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist

Answered 04/07/2025

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