Medical Definition of Poisoning
Poisoning: Taking a substance that is injurious to health or can cause death. Poisoning is still a major hazard to children, despite child-resistant (and sometimes adult-resistant) packaging and dose-limits per container.
See also poison, Poison Control Centers.
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Last Editorial Review: 5/13/2016
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