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The Poisons Dictionary A-C defines the poisonous or toxic ingredients in these substances and identifies symptoms associated with them. Whether you're experiencing symptoms associated with an acetominophen overdose, bee poison or carbon monoxide, learn what to do in case of poisoning, what to tell Poison Control and what to expect at the emergency room.
Featured Article: Calcium Carbonate With Magnesium Antacid Overdose
Calcium carbonate with magnesium antacid overdose causes diarrhea and respiratory complications but is rarely fatal. Learn about calcium carbonate with magnesium antacid overdose symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options. See more »
Calcium Carbonate With Magnesium Antacid Overdose
Calcium carbonate with magnesium antacid overdose causes diarrhea and respiratory complications but is rarely fatal. Learn about calcium carbonate with magnesium antacid overdose symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Calcium Hydroxide
Calcium hydroxide poisoning causes burning to exposed areas with internal damage from swallowing continuing for weeks. Learn about calcium hydroxide poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Calcium Phosphate
Calcium phosphate poisoning, only occurring after severe exposure, causes pain and swelling in the lungs and throat with recovery likely. Learn about calcium phosphate poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Calla Lily
Calla Lily poisoning, due to Calla Lily plant ingestion, causes burning and swelling of the mouth and throat but is rarely fatal. Learn about Calla Lilly poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Campho-Phenique Overdose
Campho-Phenique overdose, poisoning due to camphor and phenol, causes seizures and spasms minutes after exposure and can be fatal without treatment. Learn about Campho-Phenique overdose symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Camphor Overdose
Camphor overdose, also called Vicks Vaporub poisoning, leads to muscle spasms and breathing complications but is rarely fatal. Learn about camphor overdose symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Candles
Candle poisoning, due to wax ingestion, can cause intestinal blockage with recovery very likely. Learn about candle poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Carbolic Acid
Carbolic acid poisoning, due to carbolic acid exposure, leads to skin burns and respiratory complications requiring rapid medical care. Learn about carbolic acid poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Carbon Monoxide
Carbon monoxide poisoning impairs breathing with permanent brain damage or death likely after prolonged exposure to CO gas. Learn about carbon monoxide poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Cardiac Glycoside Overdose
Cardiac glycoside overdose leads to blurred vision, respiratory complications, and lethargy requiring medical care. Learn about cardiac glycoside overdose symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Castor Oil Overdose
Alphamul overdose, poisoning from excessive castor oil ingestion, leads to abdominal cramping and nausea but is rarely fatal. Learn about alphamul overdose symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Caterpillars
Caterpillar poisoning occurs when the hairs become embedded in the skin causing rashes or are inhaled leading to respiratory complications. Learn about caterpillar poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Caulking Compounds
Caulking compound poisoning causes respiratory problems and internal burning with death possible up to a month after ingestion. Learn about caulking compound poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Cedar Leaf Oil
Cedar leaf oil poisoning disrupts respiratory and nervous system functions with recovery dependent on the extent of damage. Learn about cedar leaf oil poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Centipede
Centipede poisoning, due to the venom released when bitten, causes pain and swelling localized to the bite area that lasts 48 hours. Learn about centipede poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Chalk
Chalk poisoning causes vomiting, diarrhea, and eye irritation when consumed in large amounts with a full recovery likely. Learn about chalk poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Chlordiazepoxide Overdose
Chlordiazepoxide overdose leads to blurred vision, discolored lips, and drowsiness and requires rapid medical care. Learn about chlordiazepoxide overdose symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Chlorinated Lime Poisoning
Chlorinated lime poisoning causes swelling and burning of exposed areas in addition to hypotension and requires rapid medical care. Learn about chlorinated lime poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Chlorine Poisoning
Chlorine poisoning, due to inhalation or ingestion of concentrated chlorine, causes burning of exposed areas with death possible unless quickly treated. Learn about chlorine poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options
See more »Chlormerodrin Overdose
Chlormerodrin overdose, a form of mercury poisoning, causes impaired urine output and breathing complications which require rapid treatment. Learn about chlormerodrin overdose symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
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