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For those of you still using the OLD NUMBER, 1-800-Poison-1, it will become a non functioning number very soon. You must switch your records/programmed number, etc. immediately to the new, nationwide number. That number is 1-800-222-1222.
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Your 24-Hour Poison Information and Treatment Resource

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If you think someone has been poisoned, call the Texas Poison Center Network at 1-800-222-1222 right away. Do not wait for the victim to look or feel sick. Do not try to treat the person yourself.

The Texas Poison Center Network complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals who are deaf or hard-of-hearing may access the service by calling the following number for TTY: 1-800-222-1222.


What happens when you call the Texas Poison Center?

Your call will be answered by one of the specialists at the Poison Center. These experts are trained nurses and pharmacists who specialize in poisoning emergency treatment and poison prevention.

The poison specialist will help you to decide if you need to go to a hospital. Most poisonings are not life threatening and can be handled at home with the help of a specialist, saving you time and money.

If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call 911 for an ambulance.

The call is free...

Peace of mind is priceless.