Tag: Acetone poisoning

According to the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), while the liver can break down small amounts of acetone into harmless chemicals, swallowing high quantities can cause serious health issues. This highlights why ingesting household products containing acetone is a significant medical emergency.

Ingesting isopropyl alcohol, commonly found in products like rubbing alcohol and hand sanitizer, can lead to severe poisoning, organ damage, and even death. While often confused with India Pale Ale beer (also known as IPA), this chemical has no nutritional value and is highly toxic when consumed.