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Is Oral Intake Of Deodorant Harmful?

my 2.5 years old son ate a little Deodorant/Antiperspirant (underarm). he did not any unusual manner and just slept so quite. whether it is poisonous? I am worry about the effect of Deodorant/Antiperspirant (underarm) on kids. please quite me how can i sure he is OK or not?
Thu, 22 Oct 2020
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Hi,

Deodorants or antiperspirants are designed for underarms use and come in solid, liquid (roll on) and aerosol forms. They are usually minimally toxic. They contain aluminium compounds with a fragrance or essential oil which are used to reduce sweating. The aluminium compounds in deodorants or antiperspirants can be mildly irritating to the stomach and intestines. Oral intake of deodorant may cause minor oral irritation, GIT upset, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, cough, respiratory distress etc.

If your child is not having any symptoms, give a drink of water to wash the deodorant or antiperspirants down to the stomach and observe for the symptoms described above. You should be concerned and taken necessary steps for hospitalization immediately if your child experiences these symptoms like persistent or continued vomiting, diarrhea or coughing.

Take care. Hope I have answered your questions. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Zubayer Alam, General And Family Physician
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Is Oral Intake Of Deodorant Harmful?

Hi, Deodorants or antiperspirants are designed for underarms use and come in solid, liquid (roll on) and aerosol forms. They are usually minimally toxic. They contain aluminium compounds with a fragrance or essential oil which are used to reduce sweating. The aluminium compounds in deodorants or antiperspirants can be mildly irritating to the stomach and intestines. Oral intake of deodorant may cause minor oral irritation, GIT upset, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, cough, respiratory distress etc. If your child is not having any symptoms, give a drink of water to wash the deodorant or antiperspirants down to the stomach and observe for the symptoms described above. You should be concerned and taken necessary steps for hospitalization immediately if your child experiences these symptoms like persistent or continued vomiting, diarrhea or coughing. Take care. Hope I have answered your questions. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Zubayer Alam, General And Family Physician