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Sassafras oil overdose

Sassafras oil overdose


Definition:

This is poisoning from swallowing sassafras oil.

Poisonous Ingredient:
  • Safrole, a clear or slightly yellow and oily liquid
Where Found:
  • Sassafras oil
Note: This list may not be all inclusive.
Symptoms:

Review Date: 3/13/2006
Reviewed By: Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-RooseveltHospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed HealthcareNetwork.

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