| Subject | Contents |
| Definition | This poisoning is from an ingestion of aloe. |
| Alternative Names | Skin and sunburn treatments |
| Poisonous Ingredient | Aloe or Aloin |
| Where Found | Aloe products (included in some burn medications and some cosmetics) |
| Symptoms | RespiratoryBreathing difficulty (from inhalation) Throat swelling (which may also cause breathing difficulty) Eyes, ears, nose, and throat Severe pain in the throat Severe pain or burning in the nose, eyes, ears, lips, or tongue Loss of vision Gastrointestinal Severe abdominal pain Vomiting Skin Irritation Rash Burn |
| Home Treatment | Discontinue product use. It is important to contact Poison Control. Do not induce vomiting. |
| Before Calling Emergency | Determine the following information: The patient's age, weight, and condition The name of the product (ingredients and strengths, if known) The time it was swallowed The amount swallowed |
| Poison Control, or a local emergency number | They will instruct you if it is necessary to take the patient to the hospital. Take the container with you to the emergency room. |
| What to expect at the emergency room | |
| Expectations (prognosis) | The outcome and prognosis depend on the severity of exposure or allergic reaction and the time to treatment. Symptoms normally go away when appropriately treated. |
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