What if a baby or toddler licks disinfectants or hand sanitizer from their hands?

Preventing further exposure is the first step. Rinsing with water can reduce future risks. Contact Poison Control at 800-222-1222 for treatment advice from a poison specialist.
For questions about disinfectants and other pesticides, call the National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC) at 800-858-7378, Monday-Friday from 8am-12pm PST. This is one of 11 videos created in collaboration between NPIC and the American Association of Poison Control Centers.
Target audience: The public; parents, caregivers, teachers, daycares; disinfectant users in education, health care, and other professional settings
Presenters: Amy Cross (NPIC), Warren Hanson (NPIC), Theresa Matoushek (Missouri Poison Center)
Recorded: August 31, 2021
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The National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC) provides free information via a toll-free number (1-800-858-7378) to anyone in the United States and U.S. territories, including the public, medical, veterinary, and other professionals. NPIC operates from 8:00am to 12:00pm PST, Monday through Friday. Pesticide information is also available at NPIC's website (npic.orst.edu), or via email ([e-mail]).
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