What are the Treatment Options for Analgesic Toxicity?
Treatment strategies depend on the specific analgesic involved. For NSAID overdose, supportive care and gastrointestinal decontamination may be necessary. Acetaminophen toxicity is treated with N-acetylcysteine, a specific antidote that replenishes glutathione and protects the liver. Opioid overdose is rapidly reversible with naloxone, an opioid antagonist that restores normal respiratory function.
