National Poisons Information Centre, Ireland

National Poisons Information Centre, Ireland Phone us on 01 8092166 for fast, expert advice if you think someone has been poisoned. Questions about poisoning cannot be answered on this page.

Our mission is to provide immediate, evidence-based and up-to-date information on the best care for people We provide information to doctors, nurses & other healthcare professionals to help them give the best treatment to poisoned patients. We also advise members of the public on the need for urgent medical attention if accidental poisoning is suspected. Calls are answered by specially trained Poi

sons Information Officers. Our public poisons information line (01 8092166) is aimed in particular at parents and those caring for young children. We can rapidly tell you if you need to seek urgent medical attention if you suspect poisoning has occurred. This service is available between the hours of 8am and 10pm 7 days a week. Outside these hours you should contact your GP service or local hospital emergency department who can in turn contact us if necessary. We also serve as an expert resource for physicians and other health care professionals treating patients who have been poisoned. Complex clinical questions can be referred to our Medical Director. This service is available 24 hours a day on our dedicated line for health care professionals (01) 8379964.

Whether you're out and about or staying safe at home over the bank holiday weekend please know we have expert staff avai...
30/05/2026

Whether you're out and about or staying safe at home over the bank holiday weekend please know we have expert staff available for advice on poisoning exposures. 01 809 2166

Weekly from the National Poisons Information Centre.This is an antispasmodic medication primarily used to relieve abdo...
30/05/2026

Weekly from the National Poisons Information Centre.
This is an antispasmodic medication primarily used to relieve abdominal cramps, stomach spasms and bloating.

Take care that others don't drink from glasses/cups that may contain soluble medication, denture cleaners or householf c...
29/05/2026

Take care that others don't drink from glasses/cups that may contain soluble medication, denture cleaners or householf cleaning agents that you have dissolved in water. If poisoning occurs call National Poisons Information Centre, Ireland on 01 809 2166 for immediate treatment advice.

Accidental paediatric poisoning is common. Poison centres can screen cases & facilitate remote management, avoiding unne...
29/05/2026

Accidental paediatric poisoning is common. Poison centres can screen cases & facilitate remote management, avoiding unnecessary hospital referral in some cases. Call National Poisons Information Centre, Ireland on 01 809 2166 for immediate advice

Please never induce vomiting, even if might be your first instinct or natural reaction.For many years this was thought t...
28/05/2026

Please never induce vomiting, even if might be your first instinct or natural reaction.
For many years this was thought to be the best course of action. Now Doctors and Poison Information Specialists advise against this, as it can cause greater problems than the ingestion itself.
> Inducing vomiting MECHANICALLY (fingers down throat) can lead to;
* Damage to the tissue in the mouth/ throat.
* Aspiration (inhaling vomitus into lungs).
> Inducing vomiting with SALT WATER EMETIC can lead to;
* An increase in the sodium concentration in the blood.
> Inducing vomiting when a corrosive substance has been ingested can result in further chemical burns as the poison moves back up from the stomach.
Both methods of inducing vomiting may require medical assessment by a GP or in Hospital. If you suspect your child may have ingested a poison:
> Stay calm.
> Take the poison away.
> NEVER INDUCE VOMITING.
> Call 01 8092166 for fast expert advice.
National Poisons Information Centre, Beaumont Hospital.

Salt/sodium chloride/NaCl is potentially toxic if ingested in high doses. Salt is present in table salt, rock salt, dish...
28/05/2026

Salt/sodium chloride/NaCl is potentially toxic if ingested in high doses. Salt is present in table salt, rock salt, dishwasher salt, bath salts, sterilising solutions, water-softeners, play-doh, soy-sauce, stock cubes etc. Call National Poisons Information Centre, Ireland on 01 809 2166 if poisoning occurs

Reminiscing about our time at Bord Bia Bloom. This is a photo of our non-toxic garden which featured in 2023. Afterw...
28/05/2026

Reminiscing about our time at Bord Bia Bloom. This is a photo of our non-toxic garden which featured in 2023. Afterwards we donated the plants to Beaumont Hospital, Beaumont, Dublin 9 and this morning before I came into the office I had a quick look at our colourful corner. We all have such wonderful memories of an abso-bloomin'-lutely great weekend and wish everyone involved this year another great weekend.

Finally getting the barbeque out? Remember to keep products such as barbeque lighter fluid, paraffin and white spirit o...
28/05/2026

Finally getting the barbeque out? Remember to keep products such as barbeque lighter fluid, paraffin and white spirit out of reach of children. These can cause harm even if only small amounts are swallowed - they can easily go into the lungs and can cause severe breathing problems.
01 809 2166 National Poisons Information Centre, Ireland

As we find ourselves in the middle of the last warm spell of the year, here is some information and advice on SUN PROTE...
27/05/2026

As we find ourselves in the middle of the last warm spell of the year, here is some information and advice on SUN PROTECTION PRODUCTS.
THE BASICS
Exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun is the primary risk factor for sunburn and skin cancer. Ultraviolet radiation is divided into ultraviolet-A (UVA), ultraviolet-B (UVB) and ultraviolet-C (UVC) classifications. As UVC radiation is filtered out by the ozone layer before reaching Earth, protection against UVA and UVB radiation is the primary target of sun protection products.
Sun creams, lotions and sprays are generally low in toxicity. Some may contain a high percentage of ALCOHOL, which, when ingested, may result in intoxication.
THE NEED TO KNOW
Ingestion of small amounts may cause mild tummy upset.
Eye contact can cause irritation.
Accidental ingestion of alcohol-containing products can result in intoxication in young children.
THE ADVICE
Always read and follow the manufacturers guidelines for use and application.
Always keep sun protection products out of reach and sight of young children.
Give a small glass of juice, milk or water following accidental ingestions.
Following eye exposure, rinse out the eye(s) with continuous running lukewarm water for 10-15 minutes. Try to keep the eye(s) open during the irrigation.
Call the NPIC for further advice. Have the container to hand so you can tell us the name of the product.
Seek urgent medical advice if features of alcohol intoxication develop.
National Poisons Information Centre, Beaumont Hospital, Dublin. 01-8092166

Keep all medicines out of reach especially from young children01 809 2166 8am-10pm for members of the public. Outside th...
27/05/2026

Keep all medicines out of reach especially from young children
01 809 2166 8am-10pm for members of the public. Outside these hours call your OOH GP.

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