Ethylene Glycol Poisoning Medications
Definition of Ethylene Glycol Poisoning:
Ethylene glycol is a colorless, odorless, sweet-tasting chemical found in many household products, including antifreeze, deicing products, detergents, paints, and cosmetics. It is poisonous if swallowed.
The first symptom of ethylene glycol ingestion is similar to the feeling caused by drinking alcohol (ethanol). Within a few hours, more toxic effects become apparent. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, convulsions, stupor, or even coma.
An overdose of ethylene glycol can damage the brain, lungs, liver, kidneys, and lungs. The poisoning causes disturbances in the body's chemistry, including metabolic acidosis. The disturbances may be severe enough to cause profound shock, organ failure, and death.
Drugs associated with Ethylene Glycol Poisoning
The following drugs and medications are in some way related to, or used in the treatment of Ethylene Glycol Poisoning. This service should be used as a supplement to, and NOT a substitute for, the expertise, skill, knowledge and judgment of healthcare practitioners.
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| Antizol (Pro, More...) generic name: fomepizole class: antidotes | 0 reviews | Not rated Be the first |
Synonym(s): Anti-freeze poisoning
