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Citric acid
Citric acid itself is not corrosive. If a small gulp has been ingested, rinse the mouth.
Clitocybe -species (Clitocybe)
Many Clitocybe –species contain muscarine, which cause symptoms in the nervous system. The symptoms usually begin within 30 min-2 hours. Sweating, increased salivation, lacrimation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea are the typical symptoms.
Ingestion of a small amount (less than 2-3 cubes of sugar) does not require any treatment. If ingested in greater amounts administer activated charcoal and seek medical assistance. Contact the Poison Information Center if someone has ingested Clitocybe -species. Save the mushroom for possible identification afterwards.
Clovers (Trifolium)
The plant is toxic, but ingesting a small amount rarely causes symptoms. The plant has been found to cause symptoms associated with poisoning only in animals; in humans the plant can be considered non-toxic.
Coleus (Solenostemon scullarioides)
The plant is non-toxic.
Columbine (Aquilegia)
The plant is non-toxic. Common columbine (Aquilegia vulgaris) has been found to contain toxic substances, but despite this, no cases of poisoning have been reported in the literature.
Common broom (Cytisus scoparius)
The plant is toxic, but ingesting a small amount rarely causes symptoms.
Common ink cap (Coprinus atramentarius)
Common ink cap is edible. It can cause antabuse-like reactions (for example flushed face, nausea and palpitations), if consumed with alcohol. If ingestion with alcohol is suspected, contact the Poison Information Center. Save the mushroom for possible identification afterwards.
Common morning glory (Ipomoea purpurea)
The plant is toxic, but ingesting a small amount rarely causes symptoms.
Common sunflower (Helianthus)
The plant is non-toxic.
Contraceptive pills
A single dose is considered harmless. Does not require treatment.