webPOISONCONTROL®: Poison Control online

Many of us know that you can call your poison center at 1-800-222-1222 to get help for a poison exposure. Not so many know you can also get help online. For those who don't want to or cannot call, prefer an online option, don't want to frighten those who are listening nearby, feel embarrassed by calling (you should not be embarrassed - poison centers don't judge!), or simply want to try it out, use our webPOISONCONTROL tool. 

Online Poison Control is available through your web browser (webPOISONCONTROL) and as an app. Apps are downloadable on the App Store or Google Play. Download the app now so you're ready if you ever need us. Whether you get help for a poison exposure online or by phone, services are free and confidential.  

webPOISONCONTROL is fully-automated, all-digital, and powered by expertise. This innovative tool guides the user through a series of simple questions to determine the appropriate triage and home treatment recommendations for each case. Questions include the substance name, amount, age, symptoms and time since exposure. After providing those answers, webPOISONCONTROL determines whether you should treat the poisoning incident at home, contact a poison center by phone, or go to an emergency room. You can get your personalized recommendation in less than 3 minutes from start to finish. And you will also get automated reminders with links to log back in so we can check to be sure you are doing OK.

Remember, use webPOISONCONTROL or call your poison center (1-800-222-1222) for help, immediately, if you suspect a poisoning. Don't wait for symptoms to develop. Get free, expert help, now!