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I swallowed gel pen ink and now my stomach really hurts is it ok for me to drink salt water to throw up?

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See details: How much ink did you swallow and how is it possible to do it by accident? A small amount, do not worry. A larger amount, speak with your doctor or your local er.

Answered 10/11/2020

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