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The Poisons Dictionary defines the poisonous or toxic ingredients in these substances and identifies symptoms associated with them. Learn what to do in case of poisoning, when to attempt home treatment, what to tell Poison Control and what to expect at the emergency room.

A-C

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. See more »

D-F

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. See more »

G-I

The Poisons Dictionary G-I defines the poisonous or toxic ingredients in these substances and identifies symptoms associated with them. Whether you're experiencing symptoms associated with gasoline poisoning, household glue or an ibuprophen overdose, learn what to do and what to expect. See more »

J-L

The Poisons Dictionary J-L defines the poisonous or toxic ingredients in these substances and identifies symptoms associated with them. Whether you're experiencing symptoms associated with jellyfish poisoning or lead, learn what to do and what to expect. See more »

M-O

The Poisons Dictionary M-O defines the poisonous or toxic ingredients in these substances and identifies symptoms associated with them. Whether you're experiencing symptoms associated with mercury or nitric acide, learn what to do and what to expect. See more »

P-R

The Poisons Dictionary P-R defines the poisonous or toxic ingredients in these substances and identifies symptoms associated with them. Whether you're experiencing symptoms associated with poison ivy, oak, sumac, or rubber cement, learn what to do and what to expect. See more »

S-U

The Poisons Dictionary S-U defines the poisonous or toxic ingredients in these substances and identifies symptoms associated with them. Whether you're experiencing symptoms associated with scorpions or ticks, learn what to do and what to expect. See more »

V-Z

The Poisons Dictionary V-Z defines the poisonous or toxic ingredients in these substances and identifies symptoms associated with them. Learn what to do in case of poisoning, when to attempt home treatment, what to tell Poison Control and what to expect at the emergency room. See more »

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Wood Alcohol

Methyl alcohol, a poisonous chemical in paint thinner, is an extremely deadly substance if ingested causing two sets of symptoms to occur and is fatal if untreated. Learn about methyl alcohol symptoms, poison control procedures, and treatment options.

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