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Welcome to DPIC

If you suspect someone has been poisoned by medicines, chemicals or other substances, immediately call 604-682-5050 or 1-800-567-8911

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British Columbia Poison Control Centre Fact Sheet

Springtime Hazards Fact Sheet

Holiday Hazards Fact Sheet

Drug Information: where safe medication use starts

Poisonings FAQ
Frequently asked questions about common poisonings.


Poinsettia
Lamp Oil
Krazy Glue
Holly Plant
Glow sticks

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...

Generic Name	Trade Name
Estropipate	Ogen
Estropipate	Pfizer
Azacitidine	Vidaza
Loteprednol etabonate	Lotemax
Degarelix	Firmagon


Sinemet CR Shortage	Story	1 week 1 day ago
Estropipate	Drug listing	1 week 1 day ago
Azacitidine	Drug listing	1 week 1 day ago
Lapatinib ditosylate	Drug listing	1 week 5 days ago
Nail Polish	FAQ	2 weeks 3 days ago
Mouthwash	FAQ	1 week 4 days ago
Deodorants and Antiperspirants	FAQ	2 weeks 3 days ago
Children's Crayons	FAQ	2 weeks 3 days ago
Krazy Glue	FAQ	1 week 5 days ago
Pepper Spray and Chili Peppers	FAQ	2 weeks 3 days ago

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