Education and preparation are the best ways to prevent poisonings. Read and follow label directions before using medicines or household products. Keep all household chemical products and medicines out of reach or stored in cabinets with child-safe locks or latches. Child-resistant packaging is also useful. Avoid taking medications in front of children.
Kids tend to imitate adult actions.
Never refer to medicine as candy or food. Keep toxic products in original containers so they can't be mistaken for something safe. Keep Ipecac Syrup on hand. Clean out the medicine cabinet periodically. Safely dispose of unneeded medicines by pouring contents down the toilet and rinsing the container before discarding.