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Air Fresheners: Are They Safe

WEBSwallowing a small amount of wax is a choking hazard in young children but otherwise should not be toxic. Liquid air freshener, when swallowed in small amounts, can cause minor irritation to the mouth, nausea, and vomiting. Swallowing large amounts can cause drowsiness or intoxication. Swallowing spray air freshener can cause similar effects

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Borates, Borax, and Boric Acid: Are They Safe

WEBThe Bottom Line. Borates are naturally occurring compounds with a wide variety of uses, including in cleaning products, insecticides, and solutions for skin and eyes. Borates can come in a variety of forms, most commonly boric acid and borax. Follow product instructions when using borates. If someone ingests a borate, seek immediate medical

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Hand Sanitizer: What's the Real Story

WEBIf a person swallows hand sanitizer, call Poison Control (1-800-222-1222) or go online to get help with web POISON CONTROL® to see if they need medical attention or if it is safe to watch them at home. The contaminated hand sanitizers are a different story. Just a sip of methanol-tainted hand sanitizer can cause poisoning in a small child.

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Can borax treat inflammation

WEBIf someone eats borax, or if borax gets in the eyes or on the skin, get guidance from Poison Control immediately. Help from Poison Control is available at www.poison.org and by phone at 1-800-222-1222. Both options are free, confidential, and available 24 hours a day. Kelly Johnson-Arbor, MD. Medical Toxicologist.

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Fire Extinguisher Safety Poison Control

WEBExposure of the eyes or skin to any of the dry chemical fire extinguishers should be treated by immediate rinsing of the affected areas. After this initial treatment has been performed, check the web POISON CONTROL ® online tool for guidance or call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222. Karen D. Dominguez, PharmD.

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Mothballs Can Be Poisonous Poison Control

WEBIf you think that someone has swallowed mothballs, give them a small amount of water to drink and then get guidance from Poison Control right away. Use the web POISON CONTROL online tool or call 1-800-222-1222. Both options are free, confidential, and available 24 hours a day. Rose Ann Gould Soloway, RN, BSN, MSEd, DABAT emerita.

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Benadryl: Side Effects, Interactions, and Overdose

WEBBenadryl® (diphenhydramine) is an antihistamine used mostly to treat seasonal allergies. In overdose, diphenhydramine can cause excessive sleepiness, confusion, hallucinations, fast heartbeat, seizures, and coma. Take Benadryl as directed by a pharmacist or physician to avoid unwanted side effects.

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What is vinyl chloride

WEBThe chemical structure of vinyl chloride is H2C=CHCl. Vinyl chloride is a volatile compound that exists in both gaseous and liquid forms. Vinyl chloride gas is colorless, heavier than air, and has a sweet odor. However, the ability to detect the odor does vary among individuals. Vinyl chloride is typically transported in pressurized containers

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Swallowed a coin

WEBConsumption of large numbers of coins that contain zinc, such as pennies that were created after the early 1980’s, can result in zinc toxicity. When zinc-containing coins are swallowed, the acidic fluid in the stomach can cause zinc to leach from the coins. This can cause stomach pains, diarrhea, vomiting, and other symptoms of zinc poisoning.

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Do Air Fryers Cause Cancer

WEBAir-frying equipment is not known to cause cancer, but the process of air frying does result in the formation of certain compounds, like acrylamide, that are linked to cancer development. Acrylamide is classified as a probable human carcinogen. Acrylamide is formed when foods are heated to temperatures above 120 degrees Celsius (120°C) or …

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Can Menthol Have Harmful Effects

WEBSerious effects include seizures, coma, and death. Menthol can cause eye and skin irritation. When used on the skin, menthol is typically diluted into a "carrier oil", lotion, or other vehicle. If a high-percentage menthol product is applied to the skin, irritation and even chemical burns have been reported.

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Are Weight Loss Supplements Safe

WEBThe Full Story. Some "weight loss" supplements can damage your health along with your wallet. And, they rarely help you lose weight. In recent years, many tainted weight loss products have been sold in the U.S. Hidden ingredients have included stimulants, antidepressants, diuretics, seizure medicines, and laxatives.

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Dangers of Poppers Poison Control

WEBThe Bottom Line. Poppers are recreational drugs containing alkyl nitrites. They are used for muscle relaxation and aphrodisia but using them can cause low oxygen levels, difficulty breathing, and feeling faint. In severe or untreated cases, death can occur. Due to the severe health problems that can occur with the use of poppers, the FDA has

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What Happens When You Drink Bleach

WEBWhen lower concentration household bleach is swallowed, irritation of the mouth, throat, and gastrointestinal tract can occur. This can result in nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Consumption of concentrated bleach products can lead to permanent gastrointestinal damage and may result in death. If someone swallows bleach, get help online

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Is it Dangerous to Smoke a Joint or Use a Bong

WEBSmoking cannabis may cause lung damage and mental health disorders. Children and unborn fetuses are likely more susceptible to the dangerous effects of cannabis smoke, so it’s recommended that pregnant women, and women trying to become pregnant, avoid use of cannabis products. In addition, the long-term health effects of chronic cannabis use

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Is Hydrogen Peroxide Safe

WEBIf you believe someone has swallowed hydrogen peroxide or splashed it into their eye or onto their skin, use the web POISON CONTROL online tool to get immediate help, or call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222. Both options are expert, free and confidential. Rose Ann Gould Soloway, RN, BSN, MSEd, DABAT emerita.

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What You Need to Know about Lip Products Poison Control

WEBWhat to do if someone eats a lip cosmetic product: If someone eats or experiences worrisome side effects from a lip cosmetic product, get guidance from Poison Control immediately. Help from Poison Control is available online at www.poison.org and by phone at 1-800-222-1222. Both options are free, confidential, and available 24 hours a day.

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Are Water Beads Dangerous

WEBYes. Swallowing water beads can cause life-threatening intestinal damage. At least one death has occurred after water bead ingestion by a child. In that case, a 6-month-old boy suffered an intestinal blockage after swallowing a single superabsorbent polymer bead given to him by a neighbor.

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