National Poisons Information Centre, Ireland

26/12/2025

On the 2nd Day of Christmas, remember to keep firelighters out of reach & sight of children. Ingestion of small amounts can cause vomiting and aspiration.
Call NPIC for advice on 01 809 2166 if poisoning occurs.

25/12/2025

On the 1st Day of Christmas, remember to keep batteries out of reach of children. At this time of year, there are different types of batteries being used in our home. Ingesting or chewing on a battery can result in serous harm. Call National Poisons Information Centre for advice on 📞01 809 2166 when exposure to a battery occurs.

25/12/2025

Even Santa Claus knows that National Poisons Information Centre is open every day for poisoning emergencies including Christmas Day!
Healthcare Line 📞01 809 2566 (24hr)
Public Poisons Line📞 01 809 2166 (8am-10pm)

25/12/2025

Happy Christmas!!! 🎅🎄We are here 24 hours today & every day in case of poisoning emergencies.
Public Poisons Line📞 01 809 2166 (8am to 10pm); at all other times contact your GP Out-of-Hours Service.
Healthcare line 📞01 809 2566 (24 hrs).
If you or somebody needs urgent medical attention call 112 or 999.

24/12/2025

His list has been checked. His sack has been loaded with toys. Santa Claus is on his way! Soooo excited. Check link below to see where he is 🌍
https://www.noradsanta.org/en/

24/12/2025

from National Poisons Information Centre.
Christmas crackers may contain small items that can cause physical injury & a choking hazard if swallowed. Ensure young children do not put the contents of the crackers in their mouths.
Call us for advice on 01 809 2166 if necessary.

24/12/2025

Wishing everyone a safe and magical Christmas.🎅Our staff are working every day over the Christmas period for urgent advice on poisoning. Our public line 📞01 8092166 is operating 8am to 10pm daily.
Healthcare professionals can access our 24-hour line on 📞01 8092566.
Merry Christmas from all at NPIC.

24/12/2025

Advice on Button Batteries from the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC). Call the NPIC if suspected ingestion of batteries occurs. 01 8092166.

🚨 Safety Alert: Button Batteries 🚨

What are button batteries?
Small, coin-like batteries used in items like toys, remotes, watches, and hearing aids.

Why are they dangerous?
⚠️ Can burn through a child's throat, stomach, or intestines in as little as 2 hours.
⚠️ Severe injuries or even death can occur due to their reaction with saliva.
⚠️ They’re also a choking hazard.

How to keep your child safe:
✅ Keep button batteries out of reach of children.
✅ Ensure toys have securely fastened battery compartments.
✅ Store spare and used batteries safely.
✅ Only buy toys from reputable sellers.

💡 If an incident occurs:
If your child swallows a button battery (or you suspect they have), go to A&E immediately.

📞 Report unsafe products:
If a toy or item has accessible button batteries, stop using it and report it through our website or call our helpline at 01-402-5555.

Let’s protect our little ones. ❤️

23/12/2025

Happy Christmas to all our followers.🎅🎄
The NPIC is available throughout the festive season and every other day throughout the year to give advice if poisoning occurs.
Healthcare Professional Line: 📞01 809 2566 (24hr)
Public Poisons Line: 📞01 809 2166 (8am to 10pm)

23/12/2025

from the National Poisons Information Centre.
Always remember to dispose of alcohol leftovers in glasses before going to bed. Ingestion of small amounts of alcohol, in particular spirits, can result in intoxication in children.

22/12/2025

from the National Poisons Information Centre.
Seasonal plants with coloured leaves & berries are so attractive at this time of year especially to children. Some of these plants are toxic. Call 📞01 809 2166 for exposures to seasonal plants.

21/12/2025

from National Poisons Information Centre.
Snow globes contain a variety of ingredients including ethylene glycol (antifreeze), which is highly toxic. Always seek medical advice following ingestion of liquid from snow globes. Call the National Poisons Information Centre on 📞01 809 2166 for advice.