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For a POISON EMERGENCY call:
1-800-222-1222
ANYWHERE IN THE UNITED STATES
This national hotline number will let you talk to experts in poisoning. This is a free and confidential service. All local poison control centers in the United States use this national number. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
For more information, contact the American Association of Poison Control Centers --www.aapcc.org.
ReferencesAmerican Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Injury, Violence, and Poison Prevention. Poison treatment in the home. Pediatrics. 2003; 112(5): 1182-1185.
Bryant S. Management of toxic exposure in children. Emerg Med Clin North Am. 2003; 21(1): 101-119.
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What is the number for poison control in the US?
For a poison emergency in the U.S. call1-800-222-1222This is the number to the American Association of Poison Control Centers. This toll-free number will help you reach the poison control center in your state.For emergencies, you should notify the recipient of the call if you are using a phone with an out-of-state area code.If your child or the patient has collapsed or is not breathing, call 911.You can contact the American Association of Poison Control Centers if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
How can you contact the poison control center?
If he knows what it is that poisoned him, then he administers the appropriate cure onto himself or goes directly to a hospital.
Gave too much does of dog flea med what can you do?
Contact a Veterinarian for information on this potential poisoning. They may refer you to a 1-800 number to call for an emergency poison center for advice. Make the call.See also phone number of ASPCA poison control center for petsand link to FAQ web page below.
What can you do if a person has consumed poison?
the first thing you want to do is call a poison control center. If the item that they have ate has a poison control center number on the back, call that. If not, dial 911. You might want to have them throw up what they have consumed, even
What should someone do if they may have swallowed antibacterial hand foaming soap?
Swallowing anti-bacterial hand soap can be very harmful to your health.What should I do if I think someone's been poisoned?• Follow the first aid instructions if you can. Then call your poison center right away!• The poison center experts will tell you exactly what to do. They will frequently follow-up with you by phone to be sure that everything is all right.• DO NOT wait to call! If you call right away, the problem can often be taken care of over the phone. Don't wait for symptoms!Why should I call the poison center? your can download movies instantly from site• The poison experts are at the poison center, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. When your health care provider has a question about poisons, he or she probably calls the poison center too.• When you call the poison center for a poison emergency, your problem can probably be taken care of over the phone. This is much faster and cheaper than calling an ambulance and going to the emergency room.• If you do need hands-on care, the poison center will call an ambulance for you, give treatment advice to the ambulance crew, then call the emergency department so they're ready for your arrival.How can I be prepared for a poison emergency?• Call your poison center at 1-800-222-1222. The poison center can send you telephone stickers or magnets with the emergency phone number. Post that number on or near your telephones.• If you have a poisoning emergency call 1-800-222-1222.
Where can one learn about emergency response?
There are a number of websites that allow one to learn about emergency response. One can do this on sites such as 'Emergency Management', 'Learning Law' and 'Center for Disease Control and Prevention'.
What do you do if you took a non pescribed 1500 mg dose of depakote?
Call the poison control center. The telephone operator can give you the number
Pencil erasers?
DefinitionA pencil eraser is a piece of rubber attached to the end of a pencil. This article discusses the health problems that may occur if you swallow an eraser.This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.Poisonous IngredientPencil erasers contain a type of rubber. They are usually not harmful.Where FoundPencil erasersSymptomsSwallowing a pencil eraser may lead to an intestinal blockage, which can cause abdominal pain.Before Calling EmergencyDetermine the following information:The patient's age, weight, and conditionName of product (as well as the ingredients and strength, if known)The time it was swallowedThe amount swallowedPoison Control, or a local emergency numberThe National Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) can be called from anywhere in the United States. This national hotline number will let you talk to experts in poisoning. They will give you further instructions.This is a free and confidential service. All local poison control centers in the United States use this national number. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.Take the container with you to the hospital, if possible.See: Poison control center - emergency numberWhat to expect at the emergency roomAn emergency room visit may not be needed. If you are told to go to the hospital, your symptoms will be treated as appropriate.Expectations (prognosis)Since pencil erasers are considered relatively nonpoisonous, recovery is likely.
What can happen if a cat eats a mouse that was killed with D Con or other rat poison?
Call the ASPCA poison control center immediately and consult them, Otherwise take the cat straight to the vet or pet emergency room right away...depending on a number of important factors, that poison is probably in there system and kidney failure and death are likely if left untreated.
Whom should you call first if you suspect a child has eaten a poison?
Local poison control center.....number should be in front of phone book....is it seems likely you should call 911
Estrogen overdose?
DefinitionEstrogen is a female hormone. Estrogen overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally takes more than the normal or recommended amount of a product containing the hormone.This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.Poisonous IngredientEstrogenWhere FoundEstrogen is an ingredient in birth control pills and hormone replacement therapy products.SymptomsBreast tendernessDrowsinessExcessive vaginal bleeding (2 - 7 days following overdose)Fluid retentionHeadacheMental changesNausea and vomitingSkin rashUrine discolorationHome TreatmentSeek immediate medical treatment. Do NOT make the person throw up unless told to do so by poison control or a health care professional.Before Calling EmergencyDetermine the following information:Patient's age, weight, and conditionThe name of the product (ingredients and strengths if known)When it was swallowedThe amount swallowedIf the medication was prescribed for the patientPoison Control, or a local emergency numberThe National Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) can be called from anywhere in the United States. This national hotline number will let you talk to experts in poisoning. They will give you further instructions.This is a free and confidential service. All local poison control centers in the United States use this national number. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.Take the container with you to the hospital, if possible.See: Poison control center - emergency numberWhat to expect at the emergency roomIf an emergency room visit is necessary, the health care provider will measure and monitor the patient's vital signs, including temperature, pulse, breathing rate, and blood pressure. Symptoms will be treated as appropriate.Expectations (prognosis)Serious symptoms are very unlikely.
Beeswax?
DefinitionBeeswax is wax taken from the honeycomb of bees. Beeswax poisoning occurs when someone swallows beeswax.This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.Poisonous IngredientBeeswaxWhere FoundBeeswaxSome candlesSymptomsBeeswax is considered nonpoisonous, but it may cause a blockage in the intestines if a large amount is swallowed.Home TreatmentDo NOT make a person throw up unless told to do so by poison control or a health care professional.Before Calling EmergencyDetermine the following information:Patient's age, weight, and conditionName of the product (ingredients and strengths, if known)Time it was swallowedAmount swallowedPoison Control, or a local emergency numberThe National Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) can be called from anywhere in the United States. This national hotline number will let you talk to experts in poisoning. They will give you further instructions.This is a free and confidential service. All local poison control centers in the United States use this national number. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.See: Poison control center - emergency numberWhat to expect at the emergency roomThe health care provider will measure and monitor your vital signs, including temperature, pulse, breathing rate, and blood pressure.Symptoms will be treated as appropriate.A laxative may be given to move the wax quickly through the gastrointestinal tract and prevent bowel blockage.You may not need to be seen in the emergency room.Expectations (prognosis)How well you do depends on the amount of poison swallowed and how quickly treatment is received.Since beeswax is considered relatively nontoxic, recovery is very likely.Reviewed ByReview Date: 02/16/2012Eric Perez, MD, St. Luke's / Roosevelt Hospital Center, NY, NY, and Pegasus Emergency Group (Meadowlands and Hunterdon Medical Centers), NJ. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
