Vegetable fragrances such as essential oils Berlin (AP) — should be used in children with great caution and only in accordance with their intended purposes. Although these substances such as colds could alleviate symptoms, toxic hazard, there was incorrect application warns the Federal Institute for consumer health protection and veterinary medicine (BgVV) in Berlin. The essential oils are toxic for the central nervous system, kidneys and respiratory system. If there were already a few drops of this oil for infants and toddlers in the nasal pharynx, this could lead to respiratory disorders. Are very toxic according to the consumer protection BgVV Kampher, eucalyptus oil (Cineol) and menthol. Turpentine oil, orange and Zitronenschalen-as well as tea tree and clove oil are less toxic. Cosmetic products such as perfumes, creams and soaps which share is usually low on essential oils are seen as relatively harmless. Caution is necessary in the so-called China oils, warming Liniments or Balsams, circulation-promoting sports ointments, special bath oils or cold baths. The same applies to the room air improvement or aromatherapy fragrance oils and various thinners on Citrusbasis. Skin and mouth rötungen, as well as abdominal pain and vomiting are most common poisoning follow-up. Symptoms such as fatigue, restlessness, tremors and movement disorders are rare. The Institute advises people to visit a poison in any case. (ee)