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🚨 DEADLY EMERGENCY

Call Your Vet or Poison Control IMMEDIATELY

Mothballs

Also known as: Mothballs, Moth Crystals, Cedar Blocks, Naphthalene

Mothballs

household Details

Type: storage_product
Toxic compound: naphthalene, paradichlorobenzene

What Happens

Toxic compounds cause red blood cell damage and liver toxicity

Timeline

2 to 24 hours

🩺 Symptoms

Vomiting, anemia, liver damage, seizures

Do This Right Now

Remove from area immediately, emergency vet

When to Worry

ANY exposure - inhalation or ingestion

Vet Consultation

Emergency - call immediately

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian for medical decisions.