Welcome to the BC Drug and Poison Information Centre

If you suspect someone has been poisoned by a medicine, chemical or other substance, call the Poison Control Centre at 604-682-5050 or 1-800-567-8911

The BC Drug and Poison Information Centre website is NOT a substitute for talking with a trained Poison Specialist. If someone is unconscious, having a seizure, difficulty breathing or chest pain, immediately call 9-1-1.

What to do if your pet is poisoned

The first Pan-Canadian Poison Centre Annual Report is now available.

Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome

Overview and Management of CHS

MEDICINAL AND RECREATIONAL CANNABIS

Pharmacy's role in counselling patients

Death Cap Mushroom Alert

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Public Resources

Information intended for you and your family.

Poison Information

Poison Prevention Tips

Poison Prevention Materials

British Columbia Poison Control Centre Fact Sheet

Springtime Hazards Fact Sheet

Holiday Hazards Fact Sheet

Drug Information: where safe medication use starts

Poison FAQ
Frequently asked questions about common poisonings.


Nightshade plant (includes woody, black or common types)
Natural Gas
Bubble Blowing Solution
Cherry Pit
Fiddleheads

more FAQs

Visit the Healthy Canadians Website for information about recalls, safety alerts, and other information to keep you and your family healthy and safe.

Professional Resources

Information intended for healthcare professionals.

Healthcare Professional Documents
Newsletters and articles


*The New Poison Management Manual*
Niacin: The facts on flushing
Finasteride for Hair Loss in Women
Gabapentin Abuse
High-dose Oral Corticosteroids for Relapses of Multiple Sclerosis
Imiquimod for non-genital cutaneous warts
Zostavax (zoster vaccine) FAQs
Hormonal and IUD Contraceptive Agents Available in Canada
Management of Anticoagulant and Antiplatelet Therapy for Patients Undergoing Dental Procedures
Topical Treatment of Neuropathic Pain: Applying the Evidence
Methemoglobinemia and Medications A to Z

Generic Name	Common Trade Name(s)	Date Marketed (yyyy/mm/dd)
Elexacaftor + tezacaftor + ivacaftor	Trikafta	2021/06/22
Drospirenone + estetrol	Nextstellis	2021/06/15
Ponesimod	Ponvory	2021/04/28
Trastuzumab deruxtecan	Enhertu	2021/04/15
Ofatumumab	Kesimpta	2021/04/08