Sports cream overdose is poisoning due to creams or ointments that treat aches and pains.
Alternative Names:
Ben-Gay; Menthol and methyl-salicylate; Methyl-salicylate and menthol
Poisonous Ingredient:
Methyl-salicylate
Menthol
Where Found:
Methyl-salicylates and menthol are found in many over-the-counter pain-relieving creams.
References:
Michael JB. Deadly pediatric poisons: nine common agents that kill at low doses. Emerg Med Clin North Am. 2004; 22(4): 1019-50.
Mokhlesi B. Adult toxicology in critical care: Part II: specific poisonings. Chest. 2003; 123(3): 897-922.
Review Date: 2/13/2006
Reviewed By: Stephen C Acosta, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, Portland VA MedicalCenter, Portland, OR. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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