Campho-Phenique overdose
Definition:
Poisoning from an overdose of camphor and/or phenol.
Poisonous ingredient:
Where found:
The combination is found in Campho-Phenique. Camphor is found in: - camphorated oil
- Vicks Vaporub
- some moth repellents
Phenol is found in: - some antiseptics
- some caustics (something which destroys tissue)
- some disinfectants
- as a preservative
Note: This list may not be all inclusive.
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