Poisoning

Poison is any substance (liquid, solid, gas), that is harmful to the body, when ingested, inhaled, injected or absorbed through the skin

Organo-Phosphorus and Carbamate Compounds Poisoning

Organophosphorus (OP) and carbamate compounds are widely used agricultural pesticides and are among the commonest causes of life-threatening poisoning in developing countries. Toxicity occurs after inhalation, ingestion, or dermal absorption and may develop rapidly.

Principles of management of poisons in contact with eye(ocular)

Herbal poisoning

Paracetamol poisoning

Paracetamol (N-acetyl-p-aminophenol) is a common antipyretic and analgesic, that is used worldwide.

Acetyl Salicylic Acid (Aspirin) and other Salicylates Poisoning

Salicylates Poisoning is a medical emergency. Intentional ingestion or accidental overdose can cause severe metabolic derangements making treatment difficult. Co-ingestion of other medications can further complicate management.