NPICIreland - National Poisons Information Centre
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Poisons information & poison prevention advice. This a/c is not monitored 24/7 & not suitable for enquiries on poisoning. Call 01 809 2566 for advice.
Beaumont Hospital, Dublin, Ire
Joined April 2019
The National Poisons Information Centre @IrelandNpic @Beaumont_Dublin is open 24hr for healthcare professionals treating poisoned patients. Call 01 809 2566 or 01 837 9964 for medical advice @HSELive @ICGPnews @AmbulanceNAS @IHCA_IE
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This weekend @IrelandNpic is available every day to give prompt, evidence-based medical advice on the symptoms and treatment of poisoning Healthcare Professional Line: 01 809 2566 (24hr) Public Poisons Line: 01 809 2166 (8am-10pm)
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Dishwasher tablets contain a variety of ingredients including sodium percarbonate. These products are potentially irritant/corrosive depending on the amount ingested and following eye contact or pronged skin exposure. If poisoning occurs, call @IrelandNpic
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This weekend @IrelandNpic is available every day to give prompt, evidence-based medical advice on the symptoms and treatment of poisoning Healthcare Professional Line: 01 809 2566 (24hr) Public Poisons Line: 01 809 2166 (8am-10pm)
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For a poisoning emergency with a child ✅ Stay calm, act quickly ✅Take the poison away from the child ✅Check the child's mouth, run your fingers around their mouth and flick out any material 🚫NEVER make your child vomit 📞Call @npicIreland on 01 809 2166 for urgent advice
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This weekend @IrelandNpic is available every day to give prompt, evidence-based medical advice on the symptoms and treatment of poisoning Healthcare Professional Line: 01 809 2566 (24hr) Public Poisons Line: 01 809 2166 (8am-10pm)
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Mould removers can contain a variety of different ingredients including benzalkonium chloride, sodium hydroxide, sodium hypochlorite and cationic surfactants. Toxicity can vary depending on the pH, concentration, route of exposure and dose. Call @IrelandNpic if poisoning occurs.
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Antibiotics are generally low in toxicity if ingested but can cause stomach upset, kidney injury and skin reactions. Overdose via parenteral administration can cause more serious harm. Call @IrelandNpic for advice if overdose occurs
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Signs and symptoms of poisoning can be delayed after ingestion, inhalation, eye/skin contact depending on the agent. Call @IrelandNpic for advice on symptoms, observation times and treatment advice Healthcare Line: 01 809 2566 (24hr) Public Poisons Line: 01 809 2166 (8am-10pm)
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A great video from @EU_ECHA that explains the importance of the Unique Formula Identifier for chemical products #UFImatters
https://t.co/3MV4eD0n5M
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Always replace lids on cleaning products! It only takes seconds for accidental poisoning to occur. Call @IrelandNpic for urgent advice if poisoning occurs via ingestion, inhalation, skin or eye contact Healthcare Line: 01 809 2566 (24hr) Public Line: 01 809 2166 (8am-10pm)
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The National Poisons Information Centre is available every day of the year to give advice if posioning occurs. Call us for prompt, evidence based medical advice. Healthcare Professional Line: 01 809 2566 (24hr) Public Poisons Line: 01 809 2166 - 8am to 10pm daily
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Perfume, cologne and aftershave products contain high concentrations of ethanol/alcohol. Always seek medical advice if poisoning is suspected. Call @IrelandNpic for up to date, evidence-based poisoning advice.
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The toxicity of house plants will vary depending on the species, the presence of toxins, plant parts and route of exposure (ingestion, eye, skin contact). Symptoms can vary and may be delayed. Call @IrelandNpic for prompt advice if poisoning is suspected
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Liquid detergent capsules contain concentrated detergents (cationic surfactants) that can potentially cause nausea, vomiting, drooling, drowsiness, stridor, respiratory features & rash if ingested. Store chemicals safely to protect children. Call @IrelandNpic if poisoning occurs.
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Button and cylindrical batteries found in remote control devices, toys, decorations and gadgets can cause serious harm if ingested. Corrosive injuries can occur if the battery is leaking or if the contents are released. Call @IrelandNpic for urgent advice
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No matter what time of the day or night, put medicines away; out of reach and out of sight of children to prevent accidental poisoning! If poisoning occurs, call @irelandNpic Healthcare Line: 01 809 2566 (24hr) Public Poisons Line: 01 809 2166 (8am-10pm)
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Instant cooling fluid/ice packs used to treat sports injuries usually contain urea and water, however ammonium nitrate (which is more toxic) was used in older products. If poisoning occurs via ingestion of the contents, call @IrelandNpic for urgent advice.
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❌Never mix bleach with other cleaning products as this can release toxic, irritant gases. ⏲️Respiratory effects can be delayed ✅Always seek medical advice 📞Call @IrelandNpic if poisoning occurs Healthcare Line 01 809 2566 (24hr) Public Line 01 809 2166 (8am-10pm)
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Prevent accidental poisoning in children by storing all medications, household chemicals, industrial agents, cosmetics, out of reach and sight of children. If poisoning occurs, call @IrelandNpic for prompt evidence-based advice
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Calls to @IrelandNpic are answered by Specialists in Poisons Information. You will be asked ▶️What was taken? ▶️How much was taken? ▶️The route of exposure? ▶️The person's age & weight ▶️Are there symptoms? ▶️The time of the poisoning? ▶️Is there an existing medical problem?
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