Be prepared.
Save your poison center's number: 1-800-222-1222 (US only).
Save the webPOISONCONTROL online tool as a browser favorite.
Install a carbon monoxide alarm in every sleeping area of your home.
Store medicines and products in their original containers.
Use child-resistant packaging. Replace caps securely.
Store household products in a different place from food and medicine.
Use medicines safely.
Read the label before taking or giving medicine – every time. Follow instructions exactly.
Ask your child's pediatrician before giving any herbal medicine or supplement.
Monitor children closely when you allow them to take their own medicines.
Discuss inhalant abuse when you discuss drug and alcohol abuse.
Aerosol cans, air fresheners, gasoline, glue, hairspray, nitrous oxide, paint thinners, and spray paint can kill or cause permanent damage if abused.
Baby-sitting? Check out the poison prevention tips for the ages of the children you are watching.
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Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) interfere with endocrine systems by antagonizing or mimicking hormones in the body. There are over 1,000 EDCs. EDCs are found in food, drinking water, air, the environment, cosmetics, and personal care products. Most are manmade, but some are naturally occurring. Research has found links between EDCs and harmful health effects.
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Valproic acid is used for seizures, mania of bipolar disorder, and migraine prevention. Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, headache, tremors, weight gain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation, and hair loss. Serious toxicity may affect blood, bone marrow, liver, pancreas, and brain. Allergic reactions and drug interactions are also possible.
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Lamotrigine is prescribed for epilepsy and bipolar disorder. Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, headache, incoordination, tremor, and tiredness. It can temporarily affect word recall. Serious allergic reactions are possible. Lamotrigine can also worsen depression. Avoid alcohol and other CNS depressants. Lamotrigine has significant drug and supplement interactions.
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Levetiracetam is prescribed for seizures. The first brand name was Keppra®, but other products are now on the market. Common side effects are drowsiness, fatigue, dizziness and headaches. Mood instability, other neuropsychiatric symptoms, rashes, allergic reactions, and infections are possible. Avoid alcohol, drugs, and supplements with sedative effects while taking levetiracetam.
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Phenytoin may cause sleepiness, confusion, slurred speech, unsteady gait, headache, incoordination, abnormal body movements, involuntary eye movements (nystagmus), unwanted hair growth, and overgrowth of gums. Severe allergic reactions are possible. It interacts with many drugs.
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Mold releases spores that germinate in moisture, warmth, and food. On food, the spores look like colorful fuzz. Drinks may have a bad smell, taste flat, or appear cloudy. Gastrointestinal symptoms, respiratory problems and allergic reactions can occur after ingesting moldy food or drink. Some molds produce poisonous mycotoxins. It is best to avoid foods after their “use by” date.
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National Poison Prevention Week is March 15–21, 2026. The commemorative week was established in 1961 to promote public awareness about how to prevent and respond to poison incidents. You can prevent most unintentional poisonings, but when you need it, expert help is just a click or call away.
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Campylobacter is 1 of the most common causes of bacterial diarrhea. The illness is campylobacteriosis. Symptoms include diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps, and pain. Campylobacter is found on raw vegetables, dairy products, poultry, and meat. It is also in the stool of contaminated people and animals. Treatment is mostly supportive; stay hydrated.
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Adderall is a combination of 2 central nervous stimulants: amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. Its main use is the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). In overdose, it can cause serious central nervous system and cardiovascular effects.
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Poison ivy can cause a rash if someone touches it, which is caused by oils in the plant. The rash can be severe enough to blister and itch for days or weeks. Most cases can be managed at home. Severe cases require medical attention. If these plants are burned, inhaling the smoke can cause severe breathing problems.
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