For Community
The Cincinnati Drug and Poison Information Center (DPIC) has been serving Greater Cincinnati since the 1970s. DPIC is currently part of Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, located in the heart of Cincinnati. Currently, DPIC serves Greater Cincinnati and greater Akron, providing services to the public as well as the professional and healthcare communities.
Please take time to visit our website for information regarding first aid, poison prevention, common household plants, syrup of ipecac, dangerous gases, animals, drug identification, substance abuse and many other educational and prevention materials. For kids, take your turn at the Safety House, coloring pages and activities. For parents, print out the babysitter checklist and education sheets for use in your home. Looking for a national hotline number? Look in our hotline phone list. The National Poison Center Hotline is 1-800-222-1222.
Drug Information and Resources
The Drug and Poison Information Center (DPIC) offers 24 / 7 / 365 access to drug information for the public and professionals in the Cincinnati and Akron areas. Learn more about drug information and resources we offer.
Poison Help
Contact DPIC for all of your questions and concerns. Your call will be answered immediately by a friendly, helpful and highly qualified poison specialist. Learn more about first aid and poison prevention.
Community Outreach and Education Programs
The Drug and Poison Information Center (DPIC) offers a variety of community outreach and training programs. DPIC specialists often speak with preschool-age children, youths, teens, adults, new parents, healthcare professionals, substance abuse professionals and more. Please contact the DPIC if you are interested in one of our outreach and training programs.
