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28 July 2020

Mixing Medicines with Alcohol

Guest Staff Acetaminophen, Alcohol, Antibiotics, Antidepressants, Anxiety Medicine, Blood Pressure Medicine, Diabetes Medicine, Muscle Relaxers, Opioid Pain Medicine, Sleep Medicine Leave a Comment
A group of hands holding alcoholic drinks for a cheers

“My doctor just gave me a new medicine to take; can I drink alcohol with it?” This is how many conversations begin at the Maryland Poison Center. The answer to the question can vary depending on the medicine.

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27 March 2020

Hand Sanitizer Safety

Emily Alcohol, Children, Ethanol, Hand Sanitizer, Poison Exposures, Teens Leave a Comment
Hand getting a pump of hand sanitizer from bottle

While hand sanitizer can be harmful if swallowed, it is safe and effective when used in the correct amount and correct way.

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11 February 2020

What’s in Your House? Family Room Edition

Emily Alcohol, Batteries, Carbon Monoxide, Cigarettes, Plants Leave a Comment
A blog series showing rooms of a house with different products highlighted in each.

Welcome to the second edition of our home safety series. More than 90% of poisonings happen in the home. Keep an eye out for these potential poisons in your family room, and make sure you use and store them safely.

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29 January 2020

What’s in Your House? Kitchen Edition

Emily Alcohol, Cleaning Supplies, Dishwasher Detergent, Drain Opener, Medicine, Oven Cleaner, Spoiled Food, Vitamins Leave a Comment
A blog series showing rooms of a house with different products highlighted in each.

Welcome to the first edition of our home safety series. More than 90% of poisonings happen in the home. Keep an eye out for these potential poisons in your kitchen, and make sure you use and store them safely.

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18 December 2018

Alcohol: Is It Hiding in Your Home?

Emily Alcohol, Cooking Extracts, Hand Sanitizer, Medicine, Personal Care Products Leave a Comment
Four photo collage featuring liquid medication, essential oil, hand sanitizer, and mouthwash.

Think about how many places in your home where alcohol can be found. The obvious place is the liquor cabinet. But, what about the less obvious places? Read more to learn about the hidden sources of alcohol in our homes.

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