Medical
Poisoning or intoxication (includes carbon monoxide)
Swallowed, breathed in, or got something toxic on their skin. Or several people feel sick at once.
Do this nowTap each step when done
- 1Call 911 if they don't respond, aren't breathing, are seizing, or are short of breath.
- 2Gas or smoke? Everyone get outside into fresh air, if you're not in danger.
- 3Conscious and stable: call Poison Help 1-800-222-1222.
- 4Have the container in hand: product, amount, time, age, and weight.
- 5On the skin: remove clothing and rinse with water for 15–20 minutes.
- 6In the eyes: lukewarm running water for 15–20 minutes.
Don't
- Don't induce vomiting.
- Don't give milk, water, or home "antidotes" without instruction.
- Never use a generator, grill, or stove to heat indoors.
- Never mix bleach with ammonia.
Have ready
- Poison Help saved in everyone's phones.
- Battery-powered CO detector near the bedrooms.
- Generator outside, more than 20 ft (6 m) from the building.
- For pets: ASPCA 888-426-4435.
Key factCarbon monoxide has no smell and can't be seen. Headache, dizziness, nausea, or confusion in several people or in pets: suspect CO, get out, and call 911. Poison Help is free, 24/7, and available in Spanish.
Next urgent cardUnconscious person / not breathing: CPR and AED
Reviewed: Nov 2026 · Sources: —
