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Toddler Inhales Vick's Vapor Rub
Camphor overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally takes more than the normal or recommended amount of this medication.
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Alternative Names
Vicks VapoRub overdose
Poisonous Ingredient
- Camphor
- Menthol
Where Found
- Camphorated oil
- Some moth...
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