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Alternative names
PyrethrinsDefinition Return to top
Piperonyl butoxide with pyrethrins poisoning is an overdose (by swallowing or skin exposure) of preparations containing piperonyl butoxide with pyrethrins.Poisonous Ingredient Return to top
Where Found Return to top
Symptoms Return to top
Home Treatment Return to top
Contact Poison Control Center for treatment information.
Before Calling Emergency Return to top
Determine the following information:Poison Control, or a local emergency number Return to top
Call Poison Control or your 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. Take the container with you to the emergency room.What to expect at the emergency room Return to top
Some or all of the following procedures may be performed:Expectations (prognosis) Return to top
Most adverse symptoms are seen in patients who are allergic to pyrethrins.
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