My Child Ate Antiperspirant / Deodorant
Antiperspirant / Deodorant is
Minimally toxic
.
If your child ate antiperspirant or deodorant, give them a few sips of water and watch for vomiting or diarrhea. Call IPC at 1-800-222-1222 if symptoms develop. This call is free and confidential.
What to know: Antiperspirant / Deodorant
- Antiperspirant and deodorant include Degree, Arrid, Arm & Hammer, Old Spice, Sure, Certain Dri, Dry Idea, Ban, Speed Stick, Dove, Right Guard, Mitchum, Soft & Dri, Secret and more.
Toxicity Level
What are toxicity levels?My toddler ate antiperspirant or deodorant. Are antiperspirants or deodorants toxic?
Antiperspirant and deodorant, including liquid, solid and aerosol products, are minimally toxic.
If your child ate or inhaled deodorant or antiperspirant, give them a few sips of water and watch for persistent vomiting, diarrhea or coughing. If your child develops symptoms, call IPC at 1-800-222-1222. This call is free and confidential.
Symptoms of Poisoning
The ingredients in antiperspirants and deodorants can irritate the stomach and intestines, and may cause an episode of vomiting or mild diarrhea. Aerosol products can cause coughing and other respiratory symptoms if inhaled.Eye Exposure
- Antiperspirants and deodorants may cause irritation if exposed to eyes.
- If your child got antiperspirant or deodorant in their eyes, rinse by pouring clean, lukewarm water across the affected eye(s) for 15 minutes.
Have an urgent question or need more help?
Don't hesitate to call IPC at
This call is free and confidential.
