FAQs

Is The Poison free to access?

Yes. Access to the articles in every issue of The Poison is completely free of charge.

In what language is The Poison published?

The journal is published in English, believing that it is the universally adopted language for science. 

What type of articles are accepted for publication in The Poison?

The Poison accepts articles related to clinical toxicology, both in its medical and biochemical aspects. The journal considers original research manuscripts, meta-analyses, systematic reviews, narrative reviews, mini-reviews, short communications, case reports, images in toxicology, and correspondence. It reserves the right to accept articles that do not fall within the scope of the journal.

How do I send my manuscript?

Manuscripts and all supporting files must be submitted via the online form. Authors are required to complete all mandatory fields and upload the manuscript, figures, tables, and any supplementary material at the time of submission.

Is there an article template available?

Yes. An optional article template is available to assist authors in preparing their manuscripts in accordance with the journal’s requirements. The template can be downloaded from the Author Submission Guidelines.

Can there be 2 (two) or more corresponding authors?

No. The Poison only accepts 1 (one) corresponding author per article. They will be responsible for the communication with the editors throughout the editorial process and, once the manuscript is published, with the readers.

How can authors contact the Editorial Team and what is the review timeline?

Communication between the different parties in the editorial process will be carried out via email, with the initial response at the desk stage taking up to 15 (fifteen) days. The review process from submission to final editorial decision usually takes approximately 3 (three) months for Section A manuscripts and around 2 (two) months for Sections B, C, and D.



What are the APCs (Article Processing Charges) and how are they paid?

The Poison requests the payment of a specific amount for the editing service for all the articles accepted for publication. It should be paid within 7 (seven) days after the final acceptance of the manuscript by bank transfer to the journal’s bank account (banking information to be sent by email). For the time being, depending on the section, APCs are as follows:

SECTION A: Original articles, short communications, systematic reviews, narrative reviews and mini-reviews USD 300

SECTION B: Case reports and images in Toxicology USD 150

SECTION C: Correspondence (letters to the Editor and letters of response) FREE OF CHARGE

SECTION D: Editorials FREE OF CHARGE

NB Only for Argentina, publication fees are ARS 75,000 for section A and ARS 50,000 for section B. Sections C and D are FREE OF CHARGE (the same as for foreign authors).

The journal offers APC waivers for papers whose authors are based in countries classified by the World Bank as low- or lower-middle-income economies, as well as a Mentorship Program (MP) for early-career researchers.

Does The Poison have an archiving policy?

Yes. The Poison follows a rigorous long-term digital archiving policy to ensure the permanence and accessibility of all published content. All articles are securely stored on Internet Archive and deposited in Zenodo, ensuring standardised metadata, long-term readability, and broad accessibility. This approach safeguards the scholarly record, protects against accidental loss, and ensures that readers, researchers, and the public have indefinite access to past content.

How can I sponsor the journal?

If you wish to have an advertising space in the official website or in a certain issue of the journal you can reach out to our Marketing Team by sending an email to marketing@thepoisonjournal.com.

If, after going over the Frequently Asked Questions your inquiry is still unanswered, do not hesitate to contact editorial@thepoisonjournal.com via email.