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The Poisons Dictionary D-F defines the poisonous or toxic ingredients in these substances and identifies symptoms associated with them. Whether you're experiencing symptoms associated with drain cleaner poisoning, elephant ear or fire-ant, learn what to do in case of poisoning, what to tell Poison Control and what to expect at the emergency room.
Featured Article: Dyes - Cloth
Cloth dye poisoning, unless caused by the ingestion of corrosive alkalis, is generally due to non-toxic substances with a full recovery expected. Learn about cloth dye poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options. See more »
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Deodorant Poisoning
Deodorant poisoning can cause breathing problems, abdominal pain, or vomiting and in severe cases, death can occur up to 1 week after ingestion. Learn about deodorant poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Depilatories
Depilatory poisoning may cause blurred vision, rashes, or diarrhea while continued damage or death may occur up to 1 month after ingestion. Learn about depilatory poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Desipramine Hydrochloride Overdose
Desipramine hydrochloride overdose may cause vomiting, irregular heartbeat, and blurred vision and can cause death .
See more »Detergent Poisoning
Detergent Poisoning information from HowStuffWorks. Learn the symptoms of Detergent Poisoning and what to do in case of Detergent Poisoning.
See more »Dextromethorphan Overdose
Dextromethorpan overdose, a form of cough suppressant poisoning, leads to breathing difficulties, muscle spasms, and nausea. Learn about dextromethorpan overdose symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Diazepam Overdose
Aliseum poisoning, also called diazepam poisoning, occurs after taking large amounts of anxiety medications and leads to respiratory and nervous system complications. Learn about aliseum overdose symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Diazinon Poisoning
Bazinon poisoning, caused by ingesting the insecticide diazinon, leads to convulsions and can be fatal without proper treatment. Learn about bazinon poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Diclofenac Sodium Overdose
Diclofenac sodium overdose occurs due to excessive ingestion of certain NSAIDs and may cause headaches, nausea and seizures but is rarely a fatal overdose. Learn about diclofenac sodium overdose symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Dieffenbachia
Dieffenbachia poisoning, a type of plant poisoning, leads to burning or swelling of the mouth or throat and may be severe enough to block breathing airways. Learn about Dieffenbachia poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Diesel Oil
Diesel oil poisoning can cause serious damage to the mouth, throat, and abdominal linings with permanent chemical injury possible. Learn about diesel oil poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Dilantin Overdose
Dilantin overdose may lead to tremors, lethargy, or impaired speech with a recovery outlook dependent on severity of the overdose. Learn about dilantin overdose symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Dimenhydrinate Overdose
Dimenhydrinate overdose, a form of antihistamine overdose, may cause breathing difficulty or seizures but rarely leads to death. Learn about dimenhydrinate overdose symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride Overdose
Benadryl poisoning, caused by diphenhydramine overdose, leads to nausea and drowsiness but is rarely fatal. Learn about Benadryl poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Dirt - Swallowing
Dirt swallowing may cause stomach pain due to intestinal obstruction but is not usually toxic unless the dirt is contaminated. Learn about dirt swallowing symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Doxepin Poisoning
Adapin overdose, commonly called Doxepin poisoning, causes convulsions and nausea and requires rapid hospital treatment. Learn about adapin overdose symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Drain Cleaner Poisioning
Drain Cleaner Poisioning information from HowStuffWorks. Learn the symptoms of Drain Cleaner Poisioning and what to do in case of Drain Cleaner Poisioning.
See more »Drain Opening Agents
Drain opening agent poisoning, caused by corrosive alkalis, leads to severe burn damage of exposed areas that require rapid medical care. Learn about drain opening agent poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Drainpipe Cleaners
Drainpipe cleaner agent poisoning, caused by corrosive alkalis, leads to severe burn damage of exposed areas that require rapid medical care. Learn about drain opening agent poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Dry Cell Batteries
Dry cell battery poisoning, caused by exposure to chemicals found inside a battery, leads to decreased mental ability and muscle cramps. Learn about dry cell battery poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
See more »Dye Remover
Dye remover poisoning, from corrosive alkali ingestion or skin exposure, can lead to respiratory problems or internal burning that require rapid treatment. Learn about dye remover poisoning symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.
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