Poisoning

You may call poison control directly at 1-800-222-1222.

Poison control will direct you in the safest course of action. These are some basic principles to guide you:

  1. Save container and any material left in the container so you can give the name of the product and its contents.
  2. NEVER induce vomiting by giving Syrup of Ipecac.
  3. If your child has swallowed lye (drain cleaners, automatic dishwasher detergent etc.) or swallowed acid (toilet bowel cleaners, etc.)  DON’T give anything by mouth, CALL POISON CONTROL.
  4. If your child has inhaled a poisonous gas:
    • Carry patient to fresh air.
    • Apply artificial respiration if breathing has stopped.
    • Keep patient quiet and warm.
  1. If toxic substance is on clothing and/or skin.
    • Remove contaminated clothing.
    • Rinse contaminated area thoroughly with water 
  1. If an irritating substance gets into the eyes, hold eyelids open and wash with gentle stream of running water for 5 minutes.

REMEMBER THAT THE BEST TREATMENT FOR ANY KIND OF POISONING IS PREVENTION. LOCK UP ALL DANGEROUS CHEMICALS AND MEDICATIONS.