Cold Sore Medication
Health Encyclopedia: Menthol Overdose
This poisoning is from swallowing pure menthol.
Poisonous Ingredient
Menthol
Where Found
Menthol is used as a flavoring agent for candy, gum, cigarettes, cough drops, and other products. It may also be found in:
- Peppermint oil
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Cold sore medications -
Ointments to treat aches and pains (Ben-Gay, Therapeutic Mineral Ice) - Inhalants, lozenges, or ointments to treat
nasal congestion - Creams and lotionsto relieve
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