Chapter: Modern Pharmacology with Clinical Applications: Principles of Toxicology
Treatment of Poisonings
Specific antidotes are available for only a few toxic agents.
TREATMENT OF
POISONINGS
Specific antidotes are
available for only a few toxic agents (Table 7.2). Even these are not always
effective, particularly if the poisoning is severe. The best treat-ment begins with
supportive care. This includes resusci-tation (if necessary) and maintenance of
respiratory and cardiovascular functions. Imbalances in fluid and electrolytes
may have to be corrected. An approach to the treatment of victims of poisoning
is presented in Table 7.3.
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