While 10 children admitted to one hospital this year after eating cannabis products
The National Poisons Information Centre got 296 calls about children consuming hand-sanitiser last year.
The product has become an essential item during the pandemic.
The centre also got 118 calls about kids consuming bleach, and 125 relating to washing-up liquid.
Dr Paddy Fitzpatrick, a consultant in paediatric emergency medicine, says cleaning agents can cause serious damage to children.
If poisoning is suspected, healthcare professionals can call @IrelandNpic on 01 809 2566 for 24hr advice. Members of the public can call the Public Poisons Line on 01 809 2166 for advice from 8am-10pm.
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Ten children have been admitted to one hospital this year after eating cannabis products and getting poisoned.
Children's Health Ireland, which runs four Dublin hospitals, says it's a 'worrying trend'.
Edible cannabis jellies are becoming more widely available here - although they're illegal.
Dr Paddy Fitzpatrick, a consultant in paediatric emergency medicine with CHI, says they can have devastating consequences.
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