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Beeswax
Definition:
Poisoning from an ingestion of beeswax.

Poisonous Ingredient:
Beeswax, other than potentially causing intestinal obstruction in rare cases of extremely large ingestions, is considered relatively non-toxic.
Where Found:
  • Beeswax
Symptoms:
  • May cause some gastrointestinal obstruction with resulting abdominal pain.
Home Treatment:
Call Poison Control for further guidance.
Before Calling Emergency:
Determine the following information:
  • The patient's age, weight, and condition
  • The name of the product (ingredients and strengths, if known)
  • The time it was swallowed
  • The amount swallowed
Poison Control, or a local emergency number:
They will instruct you if it is necessary to take the patient to the hospital. See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. Bring a sample or the beeswax with you to the emergency room.
What to expect at the emergency room:
  • Treat the symptoms.
Note: The patient may not need to be seen in the emergency room.
Expectations (prognosis):
Since beeswax is considered relatively nontoxic, recovery is very likely.
Review Date: 2/15/2002
Reviewed By: Kevin G. Wheeler, M.D., Department of Emergency Medicine, Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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