The Iowa Poison Control Center (IPCC), located in Sioux City, provides 24-hour toll-free telephone access to emergency poison information and treatment for all Iowa residents. The ISPCC is the official poison control center for the State of Iowa and is one of 55 nationally accredited poison centers in the nation.
The Iowa Poison Control Center (IPCC), located in Sioux City, provides 24-hour toll-free telephone access to emergency poison information and treatment for all Iowa residents. The ISPCC is the official poison control center for the State of Iowa and is one of 55 nationally accredited poison centers in the nation.
Services:
The IPCC is contacted for various kinds of poisonings and overdoses affecting people of all ages, including:
- Ingestion of household products
- Overdose of therapeutic, illegal, foreign, and veterinary drugs
- Chemical exposure on the job or elsewhere
- Hazardous material spills
- Bites from snakes, spiders, and other venomous creatures
- Plant and mushroom poisonings
- Medication errors, product misuse, and drug interactions
- Environmental/biochemical disasters
Intake Process:
The Poison Help service is provided through a national toll-free telephone number, 1-800-222-1222, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year at no cost to the caller.
The IPCC specializes in providing expert advice for human poisonings only. If you suspect your pet has been poisoned, we recommend contacting your veterinarian immediately or reaching out to a dedicated animal poison control center. The Pet Poison Helpline (800-213-6680 or 855-764-7661) and the ASPCA’s Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435) offer 24/7 assistance. Please note that these services may charge a fee for their consultation.
Interpreters Available:
Services are available for the hearing impaired and non-English speaking.
Hours:
Open 24 hours / 7 days
Mailing Address:
401 Douglas Street Suite 501
Sioux City, IA 51101
Handicap Accessible: No
Appointment Needed: No
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