Every year, about 35,000 young children in the U.S. are rushed to emergency rooms after accidentally ingesting medicines, vitamins or supplements, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

The CDC warns that many of these products, particularly those in gummy form like melatonin or CBD, can easily be mistaken for candy due to their appealing flavors, shapes and textures. This confusion can be dangerous, even for adults.

To help prevent these incidents, the CDC offers crucial advice to parents, grandparents and caregivers on how to keep children safe from accidental poisonings at home and while traveling.

It is important to store all medicines, vitamins and supplements — especially gummies — in a safe location that is out of sight and reach of children. Even when dealing with a sick child who needs frequent doses, the CDC advises against leaving medicines on a kitchen counter or bedside table, as curious hands can easily access them.

Here are the CDC's key recommendations for preventing accidental ingestions:

Store medicines safely: Keep all products out of reach in high cabinets or closets. If you're traveling, the CDC suggests using a hotel room safe for storage.

Relock safety caps: Always ensure safety caps are tightly secured. For bottles with locking caps, twist until you hear a "click" or can't twist any further.

Educate children: Teach kids about the purpose of medicine and explain that only an adult can give it to them. The CDC advises against telling children that medicine is candy, as this could increase the risk of accidental ingestion.

Be mindful of visitors: Remind guests, babysitters, and family members to keep bags or coats with medicine out of children's sight and reach when visiting your home.

In the event of a suspected accidental ingestion, the CDC advises calling Poison Help immediately at 800-222-1222, even if you're not completely sure what the child may have taken.