Carthatics and gut decontamination
Single dose cathartics, i.e, a carthatic given as a single dose, is often osmotic cathartics such as sacharide, sorbitol or saline cathartics like sodium and magnesium salts. Cathartics are mostly …
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Medicinal charcoal
Medicinal charcoal may be given to victims of poisoning shortly after Ingestion. The patients must be alert and able to swallow. Optimum benefits is obtained when administered less than an …
Read MoreActivated charcoal
Activated charcoal is also known as medicinal charcoal. It’s a very effective universal antidote if given shortly (<1hr) after a significant ingestion. However, it is ineffective against petroleum products (like …
Read MoreMetallic mercury poisoning
There are three forms of mercury, ie, elemental (or metallic) mercury, inorganic mercury (mercuric salts) , and organic mercury compounds (eg methy mercury). Elemental mercury is a shiny, silver-white metal, …
Read MoreFast facts about aflatoxin contamination, control and prevention
Aflatoxins are cancerous secondary metabolites produced primarily by fungus (mould), Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus. Under favourable conditions typically found in tropical and subtropical regions (high temp (>28°C- <40°C) and high humidity), these …
Read MoreThe Adverse Effects of Hormonal Contraceptives
Hormonal means of contraception include the following: Implants Injectable depomedroxyprogesterone acetate Progestin-only oral contraceptives Combination oral contraceptives 91-day combination oral contraceptives – Reduce the number of menstrual cycles per year …
Read MoreThe Salient Points about Intravenous Fluids and Usage
Paracelsus nicely stated: “All things are poison, and nothing is without poison; only the dose permits something not to be poisonous” Inappropriate administration of intravenous fluids — either the …
Read MoreFirst Aid and Treatment of Corrosive Agents Poisoning
Corrosives are agents that cause corrosion and destruction of the surrounding tissues. Corrosion can occur following accidental or intentional exposure through swallowing, breathing in, or skin contact with any product …
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