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The beginning of warmer weather is the beginning of snakebite season. Many of these bites occur around people's homes, but bites can occur anywhere. While there are several species of venomous snakes in the United States, the majority of domestic snakes are not venomous. Be sure to call Poison Control or seek medical attention if someone is bitten.
Most scorpions in the US are not very dangerous, but painful stings are common. However, serious effects can occur following stings from the bark scorpion. Most stings can be initially managed at home with guidance from Poison Control, but if prolonged pain or body-wide symptoms occur, emergency medical treatment should be sought.
Activated charcoal is a special form of carbon that can bind other substances on its surface in a process known as adsorption. It is also effective in adsorbing drugs in the gut so the drugs don't enter the body.
Dr. Toby Litovitz, a Medical Toxicologist and Emergency Physician, founded the National Capital Poison Center in 1980 and served as its Executive and Medical Director until 2018, then becoming the Center’s webPOISONCONTROL Director.
March 2017 Press Release: Take Poison Prevention Week seriously!
Iron is essential to our health. It is found naturally in many foods, added to some fortified food products, and widely available as a supplement. An overdose of iron supplements can be life-threatening.
Briviact® (brivaracetam) is an antiepileptic drug (AED) that is used in combination with another AED to improve control of both focal and generalized seizures. Brivaracetam commonly causes drowsiness and dizziness, so it should be used with caution when taking other sedating medications or alcohol. It can interact with drugs that are metabolized by the liver enzyme CYP2C19.
Lexapro is the brand name for escitalopram, an SSRI antidepressant used to treat major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder. Escitalopram is associated with side effects including sleep disturbances, fatigue, and nausea. Like many other antidepressants, escitalopram may require several weeks to months of use to provide full benefits.
There are special poisoning concerns during the winter: family travel, family gatherings, carbon monoxide poisoning, and winter chemicals for the car. Follow Poison Control's prevention tips to keep your family safe this winter.
Alcohol can be a dangerous poison for children. Alcohol depresses the central nervous system and causes low blood glucose (sugar). Children who drink alcohol can have seizures and coma; they could even die. This is true of beverage alcohol (beer, wine, liquor) and alcohol found in mouthwash and other personal care products.
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Learn the Poison Help jingle in English or Spanish. Use these jingles to teach the Poison Control number: 1-800-222-1222. Available for download.
