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Poison Prevention Week - March 14-20, 2010
Poison prevention is a year-round activity; however, the third week of March is recognized as National Poison Prevention Week.
Safe Start, the injury prevention program of BC Children's Hospital will have a display set up in their hospital lobby during Poison Prevention Week.
Public Resources
Information intended for you and your family.
Poisonings FAQ
Frequently asked questions about common poisonings.
Professional Resources
Information intended for healthcare professionals.
Drug Information Perspectives Newsletter
- Glatiramer. Vol. 29 (3).
- Nicotine. Vol. 29 (2).
- Esomeprazole. Vol. 29 (1).
- Varenicline. Vol. 28 (4).
- Rasagiline. Vol. 28 (3).
Drug Product Listings
Availability and status of products: approvals, special access...
Availability and status of products: approvals, special access...
| Generic Name | Trade Name |
|---|---|
| Lisdexamfetamine | Vyvanse |
| Everolimus | Afinitor |
| Estropipate | Ogen |
| Estropipate | Pfizer |
| Azacitidine | Vidaza |
Recent Postings
| Perfume - Cologne - Aftershave | FAQ | 1 week 4 days ago |
| Rhododendrons and Azaleas | FAQ | 1 week 6 days ago |
| Poison Prevention Week - March 14-20, 2010 | Story | 4 days 3 hours ago |
| Everolimus | Drug listing | 3 weeks 3 days ago |
| Domperidone – keeping abreast of the controversies | Article | 3 weeks 3 days ago |
| Silica Gel | FAQ | 3 weeks 3 days ago |
| Bubble Blowing Solution | FAQ | 3 weeks 3 days ago |
| Gasoline | FAQ | 1 week 6 days ago |
| Sinemet CR Shortage | Story | 5 weeks 2 days ago |
| Estropipate | Drug listing | 5 weeks 2 days ago |
