Recommended Medical Treatment for Hydrofluoric Acid Exposure

Honeywell. Recommended Medical Treatment for Hydrofluoric Acid Exposure, Honeywell, Morristown, NJ, May 2000 available at http //membership.acs.Org/F/FLUO/Links.htm (accessed August 15, 2009). 

Successful treatment of severe exposures is dependent on rapid reactions by those responding to the incident and by the affected person(s). In the following sections, reference is made to various medications specific to the treatment of hydrofluoric acid exposure. It is unlikely that the typical rescue squad called to the scene will have these medications so they should be part of the first aid supplies maintained in the immediate area where exposures may occur. Have someone call for emergency medical assistance as soon as possible and direct them to arrange treatment with a physician or trauma center familiar with chemical bums. In all types of exposure, the first action recommended is prolonged flushing with copious amounts of water so an eyewash station, a shower and a source of potable water should be immediately available. 

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