How do we determine the appropriate antidote or treatment?
The choice of antidote or treatment depends on the specific toxin involved. Accurate history-taking and laboratory testing can help identify the substance. Common antidotes include:
- Atropine for organophosphate poisoning. - Ethanol or fomepizole for methanol or ethylene glycol poisoning. - N-acetylcysteine for acetaminophen overdose.
In some cases, supportive care and symptomatic treatment are the mainstays of management, especially when no specific antidote exists.
