Abstract
To the Editor:— In view of the recent editorial comment (Neutralizers in Home Permanent Waving Kits, J. A. M. A. 144 :397 [Sept. 30] 1950) on neutralizers in home permanent waving kits, publication of a standard antidotal procedure for accidentally ingested bromate neutralizer may be of some value. Administration of an emetic. Mustard powder, 1 teaspoonful, in 300 cc. of warm (not hot) water, or Zinc sulfate, 1 teaspoonful, in water, followed by copious ingestion of water, or Apomorphine, 5 mg., intramuscularly. Gastric lavage. Sodium thiosulfate, 1 level teaspoonful in water. This may precede but should in addition always follow the emetic. Demulcent drinks, such as milk, flour and water or cereal gruel. Sodium thiosulfate solution, 1 per cent by intravenous drip, in quantities of 100 to 500 cc. If not feasible, 10 to 50 cc. of 10 per cent solution of
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