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Hydrogen peroxide is a highly reactive chemical available in several concentrations. Exposures to small amounts of household (3%) hydrogen peroxide usually only cause mild irritation. Higher concentrations can cause burns. Rarely, life-threatening effects can occur when oxygen bubbles from hydrogen peroxide travel to the circulatory system and block blood flow to tissue.
Povidone is found in both medical and household items and can cause mild symptoms with large ingestions. Povidone iodine is a common antiseptic used to disinfect the skin, eyes, and vagina. When used correctly, povidone iodine might cause mild side effects, but it can cause major problems when used incorrectly.
Carbamide peroxide is most commonly used as an ear wax removal agent, oral rinse, and in home teeth-whitening products. High concentrations of carbamide peroxide can cause serious burns. Rarely, life-threatening toxicity can occur when carbamide peroxide is swallowed and oxygen bubbles form in the body and block blood flow to tissues.
Mouthwash freshens your breath and helps maintain oral health. Ingredients vary and can include antimicrobial/antiseptic agents, fluoride, alcohol, sweetener, and a flavoring agent. Although you are meant to swish and spit mouthwash, swallowing a mouthful is not harmful. If you swallow a large amount, you may experience toxicity from alcohol and/or fluoride.
A glow stick is a plastic tube containing two reactive chemicals, which combine when the tube is bent, resulting in a luminescent glow. Glow sticks are not poisonous. If swallowed, mouth irritation and an upset stomach may occur. The liquid can also cause skin and eye irritation. If the glow stick breaks and the liquid leaks into your mouth, eyes, or skin, rinse with water.
MAO inhibitors are commonly used for the treatment of Parkinson's disease and depression. Serious medical conditions can occur if MAO inhibitors are used in higher doses or taken in overdose. In addition, people who take MAO inhibitors should avoid eating certain foods, to reduce their risk of unwanted side effects.
Nail polish remover is usually acetone which can cause skin irritation and brittle nails. Acetone can be absorbed through the skin, lungs and by ingestion. Swallowing acetone can cause irritation, vomiting, depression, seizures, increased heart rate, decreased blood pressure, acidosis, and other metabolic effects. Nail glue remover is usually an oil which has low toxicity.
Ibuprofen, naproxen, and aspirin are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). They are used to treat pain, fever, and inflammation. They are also found in combination products such as cough and cold medicines. An overdose of these medications may cause stomach upset, abdominal pain, and vomiting, kidney damage, ulcers, bleeding, seizures, and coma.
Cocoa bean mulch contains theobromine and caffeine, just like chocolate. These chemicals are poisonous to dogs. Dogs who swallow cocoa bean mulch could have vomiting, diarrhea, a very fast heart rate, tremors and seizures. Death is uncommon but has happened. It's impossible to tell how much cocoa bean mulch might be poisonous.
Skunks spray to repel potential predators with a foul-smelling, oily secretion stored in their perianal glands. For humans, it usually does not result in much more than short-term irritation. In dogs, in addition to irritation it can rarely cause a more serious condition in which the red blood cells are destroyed. Leaving skunks (as well as all wildlife) alone and making your home less attractive and inaccessible to them are the keys to prevention.
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