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What Is Vitamin E Oil Used For?
Myristica oil is a clear liquid that smells like the spice nutmeg. Myristica oil poisoning occurs when someone swallows this substance.
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
Nutmeg oil
Poisonous Ingredient
Myristica oil (Myristica fragrans), which comes from the seed...
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