Talcum powder is a powder made from a purified mineral called talc. Talcum powder poisoning may occur when someone accidentally or intentionally breathes in or swallows talcum powder.
This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.
Alternative NamesTalc poisoning; Baby powder poisoning
Poisonous IngredientTalc
Where FoundTalc may be found in:
Note: This list may not include all products containing talc.
SymptomsMost symptoms are caused by accidental or long-term breathing in (inhaling) of talc dust, especially in infants. Breathing problems are the most common problem.
Seek immediate medical help. Do NOT make a person throw up unless told to do so by poison control or a health care professional.
If the person breathed in the talcum powder, immediately move him or her to fresh air.
Before Calling EmergencyDetermine the following information:
The National Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) can be called from anywhere in the United States. This national hotline number will let you talk to experts in poisoning. They will give you further instructions.
This is a free and confidential service. All local poison control centers in the United States use this national number. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
See: Poison control center - emergency number
What to expect at the emergency roomThe health care provider will measure and monitor the person's vital signs, including temperature, pulse, breathing rate, and blood pressure. Symptoms will be treated as appropriate. The person may receive:
The person may be admitted to the hospital.
Expectations (prognosis)How well you do depends on the amount of poison swallowed and how quickly treatment is received. The faster you get medical help, the better the chance for recovery.
Breathing in talcum powder can lead to very serious lung problems, even death.
Use caution when using talcum powder on babies. Talc-free baby powder products are available.
Serious lung damage and cancer have also been reported in workers who have breathed in talcum powder many times over long periods of time.
Intravenous use of street heroin that contains talc may lead to heart and lung infections and serious organ damage and death.
ReferencesSue YJ, Pinkert H. Baby powder, borates, and camphor. In: Shannon MW, Borron SW, Burns MJ, eds. Haddad and Winchester's Clinical Management of Poisoning and Drug Overdose. 4th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 99.
Reviewed ByReview Date: 02/16/2012
Eric Perez, MD, St. Luke's / Roosevelt Hospital Center, NY, NY, and Pegasus Emergency Group (Meadowlands and Hunterdon Medical Centers), NJ. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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Talcum powder is covalent. It is composed of metals AND non-metals, which makes it covalent.
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Talc is a very soft mineral, often used to make talcum powder, the powdered version of that mineral.
Talcum powder is insoluble in water.
No. Talcum power is not magnetic.
That's called menstruation and is not linked to eating talcum powder... But I don't suggest eating talcum powder anyway :S
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Most people do not use talcum powder when weightlifting.
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A small quantity of talcum powder is sprinkled on a caromboard to reduce friction
Yes. Itally is the country had invented talcum powder during 19th century
Talcum powder is covalent. It is composed of metals AND non-metals, which makes it covalent.
Talcum is matter. It matters quite a bit if you are chafed.
Body powder is a generic for talcum powder. This powder is an alternative to those who cannot use talcum powder. It is made typically from different types of flours and sometimes corn starch.