Bonide Gopher Tox - Manual (Page 4)

FIRST AID Cont.
TREATMENT FOR PET POISONING: If animal eats bait, call
veterinarian at once.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN OR VETERINARIAN: Contains
phosphine-producing active, Zinc Phosphide. Probable
mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric
lavage. For animals ingesting bait and/or showing
poisoning signs, induce vomiting by using hydrogen
peroxide. Sodium bicarbonate can be given orally
to neutralize the stomach acidity. The stomach and
intestinal tract can be evacuated, oxygen administered
and cardiac and circulatory stimulants given.
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS
CAUTION: Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through
the skin. Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing. Wear
long-sleeved shirt and long pants, shoes plus socks,
and waterproof gloves. Wash hands thoroughly with
soap and water before eating, drinking, chewing gum,
using tobacco or using the toilet. Remove contaminated
clothing and wash clothing before reuse. Any person who
retrieves carcasses or unused bait following application
of this product must wear waterproof gloves.
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
This product is extremely toxic to birds, fish and
other wildlife. Wildlife feeding on treated bait may be
killed. Dogs, cats, and other predatory and scavenging
mammals and birds might be poisoned if they feed upon
animals that have eaten this bait. Do not apply directly
to water.
DISCLAIMER: To the extent consistent with applicable law,
the buyer must assume all responsibility for use of this
product when not used in strict accordance with directions
or established safe practice, or when used under abnormal
conditions not reasonably foreseeable to the seller.
For information on pesticide products (including health
concerns, medical emergencies, or pesticide incidents), call
the National Pesticide Information Center at 1-800-858-7378.