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Definition of Poison

Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026

Poison: Any substance that can cause severe organ damage or death if ingested, breathed in, injected into the body or absorbed through the skin. Many substances that normally cause no problems, including water and most vitamins, can be poisonous if taken in excessive quantity. Poison treatment depends on the 'substance.

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