What to do in case of poisoning or accidental ingestion

Call POISON CONTROL or us IMMEDIATELY!!!

You should call before attempting to make your child vomit.  Many substances that children ingest are equally or even more harmful when vomited.

Information that you should have available when you call include:

Please note that Syrup of Ipecac is no longer recommended.

The telephone number of the Poison Control Center that we recommend is:

(212) 340-4494
or
(212) POISONS

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