What to do if you think your child has been poisoned
Call the National Poisons Centre on 0800 764 766
Call the New Zealand National Poisons Centre immediately on 0800 POISON - 0800 764 766. This free emergency telephone service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Do not try to make your child vomit or give them food or liquid until a professional has given you advice.
When to dial 111
Call 111 within New Zealand and ask for urgent medical help if:
- your child is unconscious or having difficulty breathing
- your child looks very ill
- you are worried
- the Poisons Centre has advised you to do so
Wait for advice
Do not try to make your child vomit or give them food or drink unless a health professional tells you to.
Button batteries
Go to hospital if your child has swallowed or inserted a button battery
If you think your child has swallowed or inserted a button battery, go to the nearest emergency department straight away.
Find out more about the dangers of button batteries.
Button Battery Dangers For Children
High powered magnets
Go to hospital if your child has swallowed high powered magnets
If you think your child has swallowed high-powered magnets, go to the nearest emergency department straight away.
Find out more about the dangers of magnets.
Remember
Stay calm. Call the Poisons Centre as soon as possible. Have the product container with you when you call, if you can.
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