The Poison Post®
Brought to you by Poison Control Centers
March 2016 Edition
It's Poison Prevention Week!
March 20-26, 2016 is Poison Prevention Week. Take a moment to prepare for a poison emergency. Check out webPOISONCONTROL online or download the app at the App Store or Google play for free, immediate, 24-hour, expert help at your fingertips.
Erectile dysfunction (ED) medications can be helpful in treating men with certain medical causes of ED, but they are not without risk. Serious toxic effects can occur with use and misuse of these medications. Learn more...
Pennyroyal oil is an herbal extract from a plant in the mint family and has been used for centuries as a folk remedy. Pennyroyal oil is highly toxic, and can cause severe illness, liver failure, and death. Learn more...
My Child Got Into The Baking Soda 
Baking soda is sodium bicarbonate. Both sodium and bicarbonate can cause serious toxicity if too much is swallowed. Learn more...
Shampoos contain ingredients ranging from detergents, conditioners, vitamins, and even beer. Shampoo is minimally toxic when used on the hair and scalp but can cause symptoms if swallowed or splashed in the eye. Learn more...
Two ways to get help for a poison emergency:

Both are free and confidential. Both provide expert guidance based on age, weight, and amount.