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National Capital Poison Center

3201 New Mexico Ave., Ste. 310
Washington, DC 20016

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Contact Information

Phone Emergency
(800) 222-1222

Who We Are

24-hour telephone guidance for poisoning emergencies is provided, free of charge, by Certified Specialists in Poison Information, with back-up by board-certified physician toxicologists. The Specialist continues to follow each case, with frequent calls back, until all symptoms have resolved and parents and patients are reassured.



Call the Hotline at National Capital Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222.



It is the combination of experienced Certified Specialists in Poison Information and frequent telephone follow-up which makes treatment at home possible and safe. Nearly 75% of poisonings are managed entirely at home with telephone guidance from the Poison Center.



{Languages: In emergencies, poison center will initiate conference call w/ an interpreter}

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
Multi-Lingual
Service Area(s)
Nationwide

Cost & Payment Methods

Fee Structure
No Fee

Age Requirements
No Age Requirement
Family
No
Other Eligibility Criteria
No residency requirement.

Available 24/7
Yes

Intake Process
Call 1-800-222-1222 in a poison emergency or with poison questions and you will be immediately connected to an expert who will tell you what to do or answer your questions.
Intake Contact
Poison Information