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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 attention.
Eluxadoline is a medication used for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D) in adults. The most common side effects of eluxadoline are mild constipation, nausea, and abdominal pain. There are important safety considerations for eluxadoline including rare but serious side effects and a potential for drug-drug interactions.
When a product is labeled "natural" or "organic," that does not mean it is safer or not poisonous. In fact, quite the opposite can be true. Some of the deadliest poisons are "natural", like opium, strychnine, and digitalis. Even arsenic occurs "naturally" in the environment. Don't be fooled by the implied wholesomeness!
Stress balls, also called fidget balls, squishy balls, and hand exercise balls, are made of a soft rubbery or fabric cover and filled with a variety of materials including gel, powder, foam, and water beads. Stress balls are not toxic if some of the material is ingested, unless the person chokes as the material is being swallowed. Rarely, intestinal obstruction can occur with water beads.
A recent study of battery injuries found that 29.8% of button battery ingestions involved batteries that were discarded or sitting out. Taping button batteries before disposal can decrease or stop button batteries from causing injury and will not affect the ability of the battery to be recycled.
Poison ivy can cause a rash if someone touches it, which is caused by oils in the plant. The rash can be severe enough to blister and itch for days or weeks. Most cases can be managed at home. Severe cases require medical attention. If these plants are burned, inhaling the smoke can cause severe breathing problems.
Treatment guideline for button battery ingestions.
Phenylephrine is a decongestant available in many over-the-counter cold products. A US Food and Drug (FDA) Advisory Panel reviewed recent studies and found that oral phenylephrine is no more effective than placebo for the treatment of nasal congestion. Based on these findings and additional review, the FDA has proposed that products containing oral phenylephrine be removed from the market.
The bell-shaped flowers and red berries of the foxglove plant attract children. Despite its beauty, the foxglove is poisonous and is one of many reasons to watch children closely when they play outdoors. It’s also an excellent reason NOT to prepare your own herbal medicines from wild plants.
Halloween is a holiday synonymous with costume contests and consumption of sugary candy. Eating certain types of sweets, including black licorice and sugar free candy, may result in unwanted toxic effects for trick-or-treaters. Consumption of cannabis edibles or rainbow fentanyl, which may resemble familiar candy or snack products, can also cause dangerous toxicity.
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