The Use of Activated Charcoal for Acute Poisonings

The Use of Activated Charcoal for Acute Poisonings

Poisoning results from the ingestion of or contact with harmful substances including overdose or incorrect use of any drug or medication. Decontamination measures prevent the absorption of the substance from the gastrointestinal tract to minimize systemic effects. Activated charcoal is the intervent...

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Main Authors: Juliana Bonilla-Velez, Darly J Marin-Cuero
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: International Journal of Medical Students 2017-03-01
Series:International Journal of Medical Students
Subjects:
charcoal
decontamination
poisoning
toxicology
Online Access:http://ijms.info/IJMS/article/view/169

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http://ijms.info/IJMS/article/view/169

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