Poison Control Center: Your First Call for Household Poisoning
For any suspected poisoning (ingestion, inhalation, skin/eye exposure), call Poison Control immediately: 1-800-222-1222 (U.S.).
- Staffed 24/7 by toxicology specialists (nurses, pharmacists, physicians).
- Provide exact substance, amount, time, patient age/weight, symptoms.
- They advise home management or direct to ER.
- Free, confidential, expert guidance.
Do not induce vomiting unless instructed. Keep the number posted visibly.
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