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Acetaminophen and codeine overdose
Tylenol # 3 overdose; Phenaphen with codeine overdose; Tylenol with codeine overdose Poisonous Ingredient: Acetaminophen combined with codeine Where Found: Acetaminophen with codeine is commonly sold under the name Tylenol #3.

Acetaminophen overdose
Tylenol overdose; Paracetamol overdose Poisonous Ingredient: Where Found: Acetaminophen is found in a variety of over-the-counter and prescription pain relievers. Tylenol is a brand name for acetominophen. Other medicines that contain acetominophen include: Anacin-3 Liquiprin Panadol Percocet Tempra Various cold and flu medicines Note: This list is not all inclusive.

Acetone poisoning
Dimethyl formaldehyde poisoning; Dimethyl ketone poisoning; Nail polish remover poisoning Poisonous Ingredient: Acetone; Dimethyl formaldehyde; Dimethyl ketone Where Found: Fingernail polish remover Some cleaning solutions Some glues, including rubber cement Some lacquers Note: This list may not be all inclusive.

Adrenergic bronchodilator overdose
Adrenergic bronchodilators are inhaled medicines that help open up the air passages. They are used to treat asthma and chronic bronchitis. Adrenergic bronchodilator overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally takes more than the normal or recommended amount of this medication. Poisonous Ingredient: Albuterol Bitolterol Ephedrine Epinephrine Isoetharine Isoproterenol Metaproterenol Pirbuterol Racepinephrine Ritodrine Terbutaline Note: This list may not be all-inclusive.

Aftershaves
Aftershave is a lotion, gel, or liquid applied to the face after shaving. It is often used by men. This article discusses the harmful effects from swallowing aftershave products. Poisonous Ingredient: Ethyl alcohol Isopropyl alcohol (isopropanol) Note: This list may not be all inclusive. Where Found: Aftershaves are sold under various brand names. Symptoms: Symptoms may include: Abdominal pain Coma Low blood pressure Slowed breathing Slurred speech Stupor Unable to walk in a normal manner Vomiting (may contain blood) Isopropanol may also caused the following additional symptoms: Dizziness Unresponsive reflexes Uncoordinated movement Home Treatment: Seek immediate medical help.

Aloe
Skin and sunburn treatments Poisonous Ingredient: Aloe Aloin Where Found: Aloe is found in many different products, including: Burn medications Cosmetics Hand creams Symptoms: Breathing difficulty (from breathing in the substance) Diarrhea Loss of vision Rash Severe abdominal pain Skin irritation Throat swelling (which may also cause breathing difficulty) Vomiting Home Treatment: Stop using the product.

Aminophylline overdose
Theophylline overdose; Xanthine overdose Poisonous Ingredient: Aminophylline Theophylline Where Found: Aminophylline Theophylline (Theo-Dur, Slo-Phyllin, Theolair, Slo-Bid) Various asthma medications Note: This list may not be all-inclusive.

Amitriptyline and perphenazine overdose
Etrafon overdose; Triavil overdose; Triptazine overdose Poisonous Ingredient: Amitriptyline and perphenazine Where Found: Etrafon PMS-Levazine Triavil Triptazine Note: This list may not be all-inclusive.

Amitriptyline hydrochloride overdose
Elavil overdose; Adepril overdose; Endep overdose; Enovil overdose; Trepiline overdose Poisonous Ingredient: Amitriptyline Where Found: Amitriptyline hydrochloride is a prescription medication.

Ammonia poisoning
Ammonia is a strong, colorless gas. If the gas is dissolved in water, it is called liquid ammonia. Poisoning may occur if you breathe in ammonia. Poisoning may also occur if you swallow or touch products that contain very large amounts of ammonia. Poisonous Ingredient: Ammonia Where Found: Ammonia Some household cleaners Some liniments Some fertilizers Note: This list may not be all inclusive. Symptoms: Lungs and chest Cough Chest pain (severe) Tight chest Wheezing Eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and throat Tearing and burning of eyes Temporary blindness Throat pain (severe) Mouth pain Lip swelling Gastrointestinal Severe stomach pain Vomiting Skin Bluish-colored lips and fingernails Severe burns if contact is longer than a few minutes Heart and blood Rapid, weak pulse Collapse Nervous system Fever Restlessness Home Treatment: Do NOT make a person throw up unless told to do so by poison control or a health care professional.

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