America’s Poison Centers Warns Public about the Dangers of Pink Cocaine
Pink cocaine is an illicitly manufactured mixture of drugs dyed pink with food coloring. Also known as 2C, tusi, or…
Pediatric Edible Cannabis Poisoning.
What are Cannabis Edibles? A cannabis edible (also called ‘edibles’, ‘marijuana edibles’) is any food or beverage item that contains…
Delta-8 THC Poisoning
What is Delta-8 THC? The Cannabis Sativa plant contains hundreds of naturally occurring cannabinoids. The major cannabinoids in the plant…
GLP-1 Drug Overdose
What Are GLP-1 Drugs? GLP-1, or glucagon-like peptide-1, is a naturally occurring hormone in the body that plays a crucial…
Xylazine Exposure Cases to America’s Poison Centers on the Rise
The White House Office of National Drug Control Policy recently designated xylazine combined with fentanyl as an emerging threat to…
Diphenhydramine (Benadryl®) Overdose
What is Benadryl? Diphenhydramine is an over the counter antihistamine used to treat a variety of problems including itching, hives,…
Managing Your Spring Allergies
Spring is a beautiful season with blooming flowers, green trees, and warm sunshine, but it’s also the season of allergies. …
Over-the-Counter Medicine Safety
With the cold and flu season in full swing and many Americans turning to their local pharmacy for treatment options,…
Cannabis Edibles: What Are They and How to Safely Store Them From Children
Across the country, many states have begun loosening restrictions on cannabis (marijuana, weed) products. As access to cannabis spreads, Poison…
RECENT STUDY SHOWS A 530 PERCENT INCREASE IN MELATONIN OVERDOSE IN CHILDREN (What Parents Should Know About Keeping Children Safe)
Melatonin is a natural hormone released in the brain to help us regulate our sleep.