Beeswax
Key points
- Beeswax, other than potentially causing intestinal obstruction in rare cases of extremely large ingestions, is considered relatively non-toxic.
- 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 of the beeswax with you to the emergency room.
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 of 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.
Written and revised by
Andrey Nailor, M.D.
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