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Diabetic Skin Cream
Hand lotion poisoning occurs when someone swallows hand lotion or hand cream.
This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.
Alternative Names
Hand cream poisoning
Poisonous Ingredient
- Dimethicone
- Mineral oil
- Paraffins (waxes)
- Petrolatum
- Various alcohols
Where Found
- Various hand lotions and creams
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