Poison Prevention is the key here. You might be amazed at what can make children sick. It is not just the obvious things like harsh chemicals, but simple household items like plants, medicines, make-up and detergents as well. They are the cause of most household poisonings. Write down the telephone number of the local poison control center near the telephone.
Ipecac treats some types of poisonings by causing vomiting.
But get medical advice before using it. If you suspect a child is poisoned, call your doctor or a poison center or 911 to find out what to do. Take the child and the poison with you to the telephone. You may be asked for information such as the child's age, weight, the amount ingested, etc. All Rights Reserved.