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🚨 DEADLY EMERGENCY

Call Your Vet or Poison Control IMMEDIATELY

Xylitol

Also known as: Sugar-Free Gum, Diet Candy, Sugar Substitute, Birch Sugar

Xylitol

food Details

Type: artificial_sweetener
Toxic compound: xylitol

What Happens

Causes rapid drop in blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and liver damage

Timeline

Symptoms appear within 10-60 minutes

🩺 Symptoms

Weakness, loss of coordination, vomiting, lethargy, collapse

Do This Right Now

Contact emergency vet immediately - time is critical

When to Worry

Even tiny amounts can be fatal

Vet Consultation

Emergency vet visit required 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.