Poison information centers are local knowledge resources that benefit you and your community. In addition to helping in an emergency, they have poison prevention information available for individuals, day-care centers, schools, service clubs and civic organizations. Responsibly Modern science has provided us with miracle drugs that enhance our lives and ease our suffering. Used as directed by people for whom they're intended, these medicines are safe and valuable. To keep then safe and valuable, we must make sure that children understand them and respect their capabilities.
Responsible usage is the key to keeping drugs effective and keeping our children safe.
For more information, contact your nearest regional poison information center. It's there to help you and your family. Please copy this information and give it to your patients. Poison prevention information reviewed by the Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh and the Cincinnati Drug and Poison Information Center.