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Metal objects
Keywords: foreign bodies
Swallowed metal objects are considered harmless regarding to toxicity. However, it can cause bowel obstruction like other foreign bodies.
In case of ingestion, contact your primary healthcare center or other emergency unit for more information.
Methanol
Methanol is a highly toxic substance. Whenever a person is suspected of having ingested methanol, seek immediate medical assistance.
Mexican creeping zinnia (Sanvitalia procubens)
The plant is non-toxic.
Milk caps (Lactarius)
Many Milk caps can, if eaten raw or uncooked, cause gastrointestinal symptoms (nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea). In most cases, the symptoms can be treated at home with sufficient amount of fluids and rest. Seek medical assistance if symptoms persist. Save the mushroom for possible identification afterwards.
Miniature barrel cactus (Thelocactus setispinus)
The plant is non-toxic.
Mock-orange (Philadelphus)
The plant is non-toxic.
Mosquito plates and coils
Does not require treatment when ingested in small doses. If ingested in greater amounts, contact the Poison Information Centre to confirm toxicity.
Mouse-ears (Cerastium)
The plant is non-toxic.
Multivitamins
Keywords: Vitamins, Berocca ®
Multivitamins contain water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins varying amounts. In addition, some products may contain iron, zinc and other minerals.
If several tablets have been ingested, contact the Poison Information Centre to confirm toxicity.
Nail polish
Nail polish is not easy to swallow and the bottles tend to be small. Therefore, the risk of ingesting toxic doses of nail polish is small.
Other nail care products may contain harmful substances. Contact the Poison Information Centre to confirm toxicity.