Product Alerts
Product alerts highlight some of the latest poison news and recalls. There are many sources to track, including household products, food and drinks, chemicals, drugs, medicines, and bites and stings. We are continuously monitoring the landscape and adding new alerts to keep our community informed of new risks.
Reviewing Product Recalls from the Food and Drug Administration can also be a useful way to remain up-to-date on specific products. If you have questions about these products or others, please call the Wisconsin Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222.
Products to Watch
Button Batteries
What are they: Button batteries (or disc batteries) are small, round batteries found in small electronics, toys, watches, and hearing aids.
Danger: If swallowed, they can cause blockages or burns. Always keep them out of reach and sight of children. If your child swallows one, go to the Emergency Department right away. Call the Wisconsin Poison Center with any questions relating to button batteries: 1-800-222-1222.
Diamond Shruumz
What are they: Diamond ShruumzTM are “magic mushrooms” sold as a common chocolate bar, ice cream cone, or gummy. They may contain hallucinogenic drugs.
Danger: They look similarly to regular treats and could be attractive to children. Diamond ShruumzTM have been linked to several illnesses and deaths in 2024. Check your home and throw out these products if you have any.
Dishwasher Pods
What are they: Dishwasher detergent pods are single-use dishwater packets that are highly concentrated.
Danger: Swallowing them can irritate or burn the mouth and throat. If your child swallows a dishwasher pod, do not have them vomit. Have them rinse their mouth with water and call the Wisconsin Poison Center right away: 1-800-222-1222.
To prevent exposure, consider locking up your dishwater pods by using a child safety lock, or store them up high and out of reach and sight of children.
Water Beads
What are they: Water beads (also called jelly beads or sensory beads) are small, hard balls that grow much bigger in water. They’re often used as toys or decoration.
Danger: Water beads can look like candy, so small children may swallow them or put them in their nose or ears. Once inside the body, they can grow and cause blockages or choking.
Even though they are often labeled "non-toxic," some beads may have harmful chemicals. If you have any questions, please call the Wisconsin Poison Center: 1-800-222-1222.