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🚨 DEADLY EMERGENCY

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Potpourri

Also known as: Scented Dried Flowers, Simmer Pot, Aromatic Sachets

household • personal_care
Toxic compound: Various essential oils (terpenes, phenols)

What Happens

Contains concentrated essential oils soaked into dried flowers causing liver damage, chemical burns, and respiratory distress. Liquid potpourri especially dangerous. Dried flowers may also be toxic.

Timeline

Symptoms within 2-12 hours

🩺 Symptoms

Liver damage, chemical burns, respiratory distress, GI upset

Do This Right Now

Remove from mouth. Do not let cat lick paws. Call vet immediately if liquid potpourri.

When to Worry

Drooling, vomiting, difficulty breathing, weakness, tremors, chemical burns in mouth

Vet Consultation

Emergency care for liquid potpourri. Call vet for dry potpourri ingestion.

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