Desperately , mixed Dettol and Bleach, need to know more about the reaction

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The discussion centers on the dangerous reaction between Dettol (chloroxylenol) and sodium hypochlorite, commonly found in bleach. Mixing these substances can produce toxic fumes, leading to health risks. The user experienced a clogged toilet after the accidental mixture and sought information on the potential reactions and health effects. Recommendations included using hot water to address the clog and waiting for the situation to resolve safely.

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I accidentally threw dettol (chloroxylenol) down a clogged toilet drain without knowing there was already sodium hypochlorite there. For some strange reason, after flushing down once, it became even more clogged and it's still all lying there. I closed the door in fear of inhaling toxic fumes. I cannot find anything on the possible reactions caused by this mixture and am too scared to go inside until I know the reaction and it's possible health effects. I could find nothing whatsoever on google or anywhere else. Thank you in advance!
 
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Unless your toilet has something like a small toy or a feminine hygeine product lodged in it, you can just wait it out. The best thing to soften the usual toilet-related clogs is HOT WATER. Add it a bucket at a time and let the water level drop down as low as it will go before you add the second or third bucketful for best results. Patience is a virtue... as are stool softeners.
 

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