Substances, plants and mushrooms

Keywords: glycerine

A gulp or two is not considered harmful, although gastrointestinal symptoms may occur. Does not require treatment.​

Keywords: coolant, brake fluid, ethylene glycol, propylene glycol

Propylene glycol: A single dose ingested is considered harmless.

Ethylene glycol:​ Highly toxic. In case of possible ingestion, seek medical assistance without delay.

Keywords: hair spray, styling mousse, detangling liquid

A single dose is considered harmless. Does not require treatment.​

Keywords: Rennie ®, Antepsin ®, Balancid Novum ®, Gaviscon ®, Galieve Peppermint ®, antacids

A single dose of mentioned drugs is considered harmless. Does not require treatment.​

In case of other heartburn drug, contact the Poison Information Centre to confirm toxicity.

Keywords: balloon, foil balloon

Inhaled in small amounts, helium gas is not considered dangerous. In addition to a high-pitched voice, inhaling helium gas may cause symptoms such as headache and dizziness. These are caused by hypoxia resulting from the helium gas displacing oxygen.

Keywords: Corticosteroids, Hydrocortison®

A single dose of cortisone tablets or cream is considered harmless. In large amounts, creams may cause gastrointestinal symptoms. Does not require treatment.​

Toxicity of hydrogen peroxide depends on the amount and the concentration. The poisoning risk of 3% hydrogen peroxide, which is often used in cosmetics, is low. Contact the Poison Information Centre to confirm toxicity.

Keywords:​ Burana®, Ibumax®, Ibumetin®, Ibusal®, Ibuxin®, painkiller, analgesic

A single dose not exceeding 100mg/kg of body weight is harmless and does not require treatment. If the ingested amount is over 100mg/kg of body weight, contact the Poison Information Centre to confirm toxicity.