If your child is having symptoms or you don't know the exact substance or amount swallowed, call the Poison Center Hotline at 1-800-222-1222. This call is free and confidential.
If you suspect your child chewed on or ate nicotine gum, call IPC immediately at 1-800-222-1222 for advice specific to your situation. If your child ate chewing gum that doesn’t contain nicotine, see our page on gum for more information.
My child ate nicotine gum. Is nicotine gum toxic? Nicotine gum contains nicotine, a highly toxic substance. The gum is used to help people quit smoking. If you suspect your child chewed or swallowed a piece of nicotine gum, call IPC immediately at 1-800-222-1222 for advice specific to your situation.
Don't hesitate to call IPC at
1-800-222-1222
This call is free and confidential.