Harmful effects of or exposure to noxious substances, Substances chiefly nonmedicinal as to source, Other inorganic substances, Hydrogen cyanide (Q99539)

Inhalation and dermal exposure to hydrogen cyanide result in gastrointestinal toxicity, pneumotoxicity, haematotoxicity, electrolyte abnormalities, neurotoxicity, thyroid toxicity, cardiac dysrhythmias and irritation of the eyes, skin, mucous membranes and respiratory tract. Hydrogen cyanide exposure also is associated with a bitter almond taste and laryngeal spasm.