Sources/Uses
Used in process engraving and lithography, fireproofing wood, textile finishing, manufacturing photographic emulsions, and metal treatment, Also used as a corrosion inhibitor and as a catalyst in the production of diphenylamine; [HSDB] Used as a sedative; [Merck Index]
Comments
Emergency treatment: "Bromides"; Acute bromide poisoning after ingestion is rare. Symptoms include CNS depression and coma; Symptoms of chronic "bromism" are irritability, headache, confusion, lethargy, and slurred speech; [HSDB] Symptoms of poisoning after ingestion may include weakness, nervousness, anorexia, confusion, hallucinations, drowsiness, irritability, ataxia, vertigo, and skin rash. [CAMEO] Slightly irritating to skin and eyes; [CHRIS] An irritant; [MSDSonline] See "Bromine."