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Substances, plants and mushrooms

The list contains the most frequently asked about and most common causes of poisoning in humans. You can search for items by typing in a search word. If you do not find the item you are looking for, you may call the Poison Information Center 0800 147 111 to check if it is poisonous.

Plant and mushroom species and genera are listed depending on whether all species of a genus are poisonous or only some. Unfortunately, the Poison Information Center is not able to identify plants and mushrooms over the phone. Identification should always take place on the spot.

In addition to books on mushroom identification, mushroom experts can help you identify mushrooms. Experts can be found via mycological societies and the Martha Organization, for example.

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Electronic cigarette

Substances

​Even a small amount of e-liquid with nicotine can cause severe poisoning. Always contact the Poison Information Centre to confirm toxicity!

Essential oils

Substances

Keywords: fragrance oils, scented drops, sauna oils, essential oils

Even a small amount of essential oil can be toxic. When assessing toxicity, it is important to determine whether the ingested product is a 100% pure essential oil or a dilution. Contact the Poison Information Centre to confirm toxicity, if necessary.

Ethanol

Substances

Keywords: Drinkable alcohol, liquor, cider, beer, wine, perfume, aftershave, toner, Septidin®, Neo-Amisept®, Asept®, local antiseptics, Lasol®, Marinol®, window cleaner

Even a gulp of ethanol may cause intoxication for children. If the child drinks alcohol or other liquids containing ethanol, contact the Poison Information Centre to confirm toxicity.​​

European destroying angel (Amanita virosa)

Mushrooms

Amanita virosa is a deadly poisonous mushroom, which can cause liver failure. Usually symptoms begin within 6-24 hours after ingestion. Severe abdominal pain, vomiting and watery diarrhea are typical symptoms in the beginning. 

Ingestion of a small amount (less than a cube of sugar) does not require any treatment. If the ingested amount is more than a cube of sugar, administer activated charcoal and seek medical assistance. Contact the Poison Information Center if someone has ingested Amanita virosa. Save the mushroom for possible identification afterwards.
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