| Subject | Contents |
| Definition | This poisoning is caused by ingestion of crayons. |
| Alternative Names | Crayons |
| Poisonous Ingredient | Wax |
| Where Found | Crayons Candles Canning wax Note: This list may not be all inclusive. |
| Symptoms | Gastrointestinal May cause intestinal obstruction if consumed in large quantities |
| Home Treatment | Call Poison Control. |
| Before Calling Emergency | Determine the following information: The patient's age, weight, and condition The name of the product (ingredients and strengths, if known) The time it was swallowed The amount swallowed |
| Poison Control, or a local emergency number | They will instruct you if it is necessary to take the patient to the hospital. See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. Bring a sample with you to the emergency room. |
| What to expect at the emergency room | If it is necessary to go to the emergency room, symptoms will be treated. |
| Expectations (prognosis) | Recovery is very likely. |
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