Background: Para-dichlorobenzene (PDCB) is a common ingredient found in mothballs, fumigants,
insecticides, and bathroom deodorizers. Due to the ease of availability of this chemical,
there is a risk for accidental or intentional poisoning. PDCB toxicity can affect
multiple organs, including the central nervous system, the blood, the kidneys, and
the lungs. Most unintentional exposures to PDCB-containing products occur in children
and do not result in toxicity. According to the American Association of Poison Control
Centers, there were no deaths or major toxicity associated with PDCB between 1995
and 2015.
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Publication history
Accepted:
March 18,
2020
Received:
February 26,
2020
