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Explanation of symbols marked after the plant:
[F] = Phytophotodermatitis; sap or juice from the plant may cause skin symptoms, such as blisters, after exposure to sunlight.
[K] = The plant is non-toxic in moderate amounts or when properly prepared.
Plant causes topical irritation = Sap or juice from the plant may cause irritation (such as stinging) on the skin and in the mouth. Does not absorb into the body.
Acetone
If a child has had a gulp or two, give him/her something to drink to dilute the acetone. If the child has ingested a larger amount of acetone or develops symptoms such as drowsiness, seek medical assistance.
Acetylsalicylic acid
Keywords: Aspirin®, Disperin®, Primaspan®, Finrexin®
A couple of 500mg pills for adults can cause severe poisoning in small children. Always contact the Poison Information Centre to confirm toxicity.
Aluminium foil
A single dose is considered harmless. Does not require treatment.
Ant traps
Ant traps contain only small amounts of toxic ingredients. Does not require treatment.
Antibiotics
Keywords: Amorion®, Amoxin®, Kefalex®, Kefexin®, Zithromax®, V-pen®
Taking a few pills or gulps of any antibiotic intended for children is not considered harmful. However, ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhoea, which can be treated at home. If large amounts of antibiotics have been ingested, contact the Poison Information Centre.
Artificial sweeteners
Keywords: xylitol, sorbitol, mannitol, stevia, aspartame
A single dose is considered harmless. Does not require treatment.
In large amounts, sweeteners may cause temporary gastrointestinal symptoms
Ash
A single dose is considered harmless.
Bafucin®
Ingesting a single dose of less than 25 tablets does not usually cause signs or symptoms of poisoning. However, Bafucin® tablets contain sorbitol, which may cause gastrointestinal symptoms in large doses. The gastrointestinal symptoms can be treated at home.
Batteries
Batteries may cause severe chemical burns.
Contact the Poison Information Centre to confirm toxicity
Bepanthen®
Bepanthen® creams contain dexpanthenol, which is converted to vitamin B when applied to the skin. A single dose of dexpanthenol is not toxic. In large amounts, creams may cause gastrointestinal symptoms. However, these do not require treatment.