Several methods are employed in emergency detoxification, tailored to the type and extent of the toxin exposure:
Gastric Lavage: Also known as stomach pumping, it involves flushing out the contents of the stomach to remove ingested toxins. Activated Charcoal: Administered orally, activated charcoal binds to toxins in the gastrointestinal tract, preventing their absorption into the bloodstream. Antidotes: Specific antidotes can neutralize certain toxins, such as naloxone for opioid overdose or atropine for organophosphate poisoning. Hemodialysis: This process filters the blood to remove toxins, commonly used for severe cases of poisoning when other methods are insufficient. Forced Diuresis: Increasing urine production to enhance the elimination of toxins through the kidneys.
