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Bemotrizinol is a new chemical sunscreen that blocks both UVA and UVB rays. It is not absorbed into the body, rarely causes skin irritation, is photostable and does not degrade in sunlight, and is transparent so it does not leave a white color on the skin. Allergic reactions are possible. The brand name is Parsol Shield. It is approved for adults and children 6 months of age and older.
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Tejocote root is a supplement marketed for weight loss. It contains pectin, which could reduce appetite by promoting early satiety, although no research has demonstrated this. It also contains compounds that mimic digoxin, an older medicine used to treat irregular heart rates. Side effects include vomiting, diarrhea, arrhythmias, and low serum potassium. Many tejocote products are contaminated with yellow oleander, which poisons the heart and is potentially lethal. Toxicity includes vomiting, serious arrhythmias, lethargy, coma, and seizures.
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Tattoo ink is made of color pigments in a liquid base. Many pigments contain heavy metals. Toxicity includes allergic skin reactions, infections, and photosensitivity. Long-term effects include chronic skin problems and possibly increased risk of malignant lymphoma. Tattoo ink is regulated by the FDA. Temporary tattoos, such as henna, are safer than permanent tattoos.
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THC vapes are devices such as cartridges and dab pens that heat THC into a vapor that is inhaled. Side effects include lung irritation, shortness of breath, anxiety, paranoia, psychosis, and worsening of underlying depression, as well as burns related to device malfunction. E-cigarette or vaping use-associated lung injury (EVALI) is severe lung damage from vaping that can be fatal.
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Magnesium is essential for nerve and muscle function, bone health, heart rhythm, and other body processes. It is in food, laxatives, antacids, and supplements. Overdoses can occur from repeated use of too high a dose or a single large dose. Symptoms of toxicity include nausea, stomachache, vomiting, muscle weakness, abnormal heart rhythms, low blood pressure, lethargy, coma, and stopped breathing or heartbeat.
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Paraquat is an herbicide used for weed control. Paraquat solution is corrosive even at low concentrations, so getting it on the skin, getting it in the eyes, or swallowing it causes burns. When ingested, it is taken up by the lungs resulting in cell death and scarring of the lungs. It causes kidney failure, liver injury, and heart damage. The toxic and lethal doses are low and there is no antidote. There is evidence that paraquat increases Parkinson’s disease risk.
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Creatine is used to improve athletic performance and increase muscle mass. It is safe for healthy people but is not recommended if you have liver or kidney disease or uncontrolled hypertension. It is also not recommended in teens until there are further studies. Side effects include nausea, diarrhea, bloating, and mild weight gain.
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Tramadol is a synthetic opioid prescribed for pain. Common side effects are nausea, vomiting, constipation, dry mouth, sweating, headache, tiredness, drowsiness, and dizziness. It can also cause seizures and serotonin syndrome. It is addictive and leads to physical dependence. Serious toxicity can occur because of interactions with drugs and supplements.
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Toxic squash syndrome is caused by eating gourds that contain high levels of cucurbitacin. These squashes look and smell normal, but taste very bitter. Toxicity occurs when a very small amount of high-cucurbitacin squash is ingested. Symptoms include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain, which may lead to dehydration, low blood pressure, fast heart rate, headache, and dizziness. Treatment includes taking oral or intravenous fluids.
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Albutarex V2 is a thermogenic dietary supplement. There is no evidence that it promotes weight loss. It is not safe. Side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, bloating, headache, dizziness, tremors, insomnia, anxiety, restlessness, fainting, seizures, and elevated pulse and blood pressure. Severe liver and cardiac toxicity can also occur.
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