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Medicines clove oilQuestion & answer

clove oil · Medicine question

Can I swallow clove oil?

iatroX medicinesPublished 19 August 2026Reviewed 19 August 2026

The answer

Answer

No. It is for local dental use, and swallowing it can cause serious poisoning. Seek immediate medical help after accidental ingestion.

Sources for this answer

Clove Oil BPemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 4
NHSNHS · NHS medicine guidance

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