Toxicology
- Products that contain methanol include windshield wiper fluid, industrial solvents, some types of antifreeze, carburetor cleaner, copy machine fluid, antiseptics such as methylated spirit, lab-grade alcohol, perfumes, and different fuel types, including those used for warming food.
- Methanol toxicity can occur via ingestion, dermal absorption, and inhalation.
- Methanol is absorbed rapidly via the gastrointestinal tract. The alcohol is absorbed directly into the total body water compartment with a volume of distribution of approximately 0.7 L/kg. Serum concentrations peak rapidly after absorption.
- Elimination of methanol is complex and likely . . .
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