Toxicity, Digitalis: eMedicine Emergency Medicine
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Toxicity, Digitalis: eMedicine Emergency Medicine
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Tags: Heart Failure Medication, Emergency, Poison, Disease and Condition, Antiarrhythmic Medication, Lanoxin
Most Recently Shared on April 30, 2010 at 10:33 pm By:
The syndrome of digoxin toxicity was originally described in 1785 by Withering. Learn more about causes & symptoms. http://bit.ly/9zzJ8H
Toxicity, Benzodiazepine: eMedicine Emergency Medicine « America Most Wanted
americamw.com — “28 Jan 2010 … Overview: Benzodiazepines (BZDs) are sedative-hypnotic agents that were first introduced in 1960. BZDs commonly are used for a var” View full resource at americamw.com
Most Recently Shared on December 23, 2010 at 8:01 am By:
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Toxicity, Benzodiazepine: eMedicine Emergency Medicine « America ... http://bit.ly/hGcw33
CBRNE - Staphylococcal Enterotoxin B: eMedicine Emergency Medicine
emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Toxins are poisons produced by living organisms. Staphylococcal enterotoxin B (SEB) is an exotoxin excreted by the Staphylococcus aureus bacterium. Staphylococcus species thrive and produce toxins in unrefrigerated meats, dairy, and bakery products. SEB normally exerts ...” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com
Most Recently Shared on May 5, 2010 at 5:37 pm By:
Julie Bohlen Health Executive and Active Health Library
The gastrointestinal form of staphylococcal enterotoxin B toxicity is rarely fatal with adequate hydration. http://bit.ly/92wRfN
CBRNE - Nerve Agents, G-series - Tabun, Sarin, Soman: eMedicine Emergency Medicine
emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: The organophosphate nerve agents tabun (GA), sarin (GB), soman (GD), and cyclosarin (GF) are among the most toxic chemical warfare agents known. Together they comprise the G-series nerve agents, thus named because German scientists first synthesized ...” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com
Most Recently Shared on May 5, 2010 at 5:33 pm By:
Julie Bohlen Health Executive and Active Health Library
The G-series of nerve agents (tabun, sarin, soman) are highly toxic warfare agents. Learn more about them. http://bit.ly/9ZRFDj
CBRNE - Nerve Agents, V-series - Ve, Vg, Vm, Vx: eMedicine Emergency Medicine
emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: The V-series weapons, including VX, are the most highly toxic chemical warfare nerve agents. Nerve agents are compounds that have the capacity to inactivate the enzyme acetylcholinesterase (AChE). The first compounds to be synthesized were known ...” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com
Most Recently Shared on May 5, 2010 at 5:29 pm By:
Julie Bohlen Health Executive and Active Health Library
The V-series weapons, including VX, are the most highly toxic chemical warfare nerve agents. Learn more. http://bit.ly/c07gzm
CBRNE - Lung-Damaging Agents, Toxic Smokes - NOx, HC, RP, FS, FM, SGF2, Teflon: eMedicine Emergency Medicine
emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Smokes and obscurants long have been used by the military as a means of hiding troops, equipment, and certain areas from view of the opposing forces and from engagement by weapons with electro-optical control systems. ...” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com
Most Recently Shared on May 5, 2010 at 5:25 pm By:
Julie Bohlen Health Executive and Active Health Library
Any smoke can be hazardous to health if the concentration is sufficient or if the exposure is long enough. http://bit.ly/9tKZeF
CBRNE - Arsenicals, Arsine: eMedicine Emergency Medicine
emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Arsine, the most toxic form of arsenic, has some properties that may make it useful as a chemical warfare (CW) agent; it is a colorless, odorless, nonirritating gas that is 2.5 times denser than air. At ...” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com
Most Recently Shared on May 5, 2010 at 3:49 pm By:
Susan Scroggins Active Health Library and Health Advocate
Arsine has been reported to cause immediate death at 150-250 ppm. More about arsine used in chemical warfare. http://bit.ly/ae2HXH
Toxicity, Tetrodotoxin: eMedicine Emergency Medicine
emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Poisoning with the neurotoxin tetrodotoxin (TTX) occurs after ingestion of various species of puffer fish (see Media file 1). {{mediatitle:818834_1}}{{media:818834_1}}{{mediacaption:818834_1}} The flesh of the puffer fish (ie, fugu) is considered a delicacy in Japan. It is ...” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com
Most Recently Shared on May 4, 2010 at 2:09 am By:
Susan Scroggins Active Health Library and Health Advocate
Poisoning with the neurotoxin tetrodotoxin (TTX) occurs after ingestion of various species of puffer fish. Learn more. http://bit.ly/bEcOCj
Toxicity, Sympathomimetic: eMedicine Emergency Medicine
emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Poisoning from sympathomimetic agents occurs secondary to the use of prescription and nonprescription agents. The public commonly uses prescription sympathomimetic agents, especially for treating diseases such as asthma and narcolepsy. Examples of nonprescription sympathomimetic agents include ...” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com
Most Recently Shared on May 4, 2010 at 2:08 am By:
Susan Scroggins Active Health Library and Health Advocate
Poisoning from sympathomimetic agents occurs secondary to the use of prescription and nonprescription agents. More info.http://bit.ly/c2tnes
Toxicity, Theophylline: eMedicine Emergency Medicine
emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Theophylline (1,3-dimethylxanthins) can indirectly stimulate both β1 and β2 receptors through release of endogenous catecholamines. It is used for the treatment of pulmonary conditions, including asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). In neonates, theophylline can ...” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com
Most Recently Shared on May 4, 2010 at 2:07 am By:
Susan Scroggins Active Health Library and Health Advocate
Theophylline is absorbed rapidly and completely after oral administration. Learn about theophylline toxicity. http://bit.ly/bPIYdP
Toxicity, Sedative-Hypnotics: eMedicine Emergency Medicine
emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Sedative-hypnotics are a group of drugs that cause CNS depression. Benzodiazepines and barbiturates are the most commonly used agents in this class. Other agents include the nonbarbiturate nonbenzodiazepine sedative-hypnotics, such as buspirone, zolpidem, ethchlorvynol, glutethimide, chloral ...” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com
Most Recently Shared on May 4, 2010 at 2:06 am By:
Susan Scroggins Active Health Library and Health Advocate
Sedative-hypnotics are a group of drugs that cause CNS depression, and can result in toxicity in high doses. http://bit.ly/cBbj7r
Toxicity, Valproate: eMedicine Emergency Medicine
emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Ingestions of valproic acid (VPA) have become increasingly common since 1995, when the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved valproic acid for the treatment of acute mania in patients with mood disorders. Although most cases ...” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com
Most Recently Shared on May 4, 2010 at 2:05 am By:
Susan Scroggins Active Health Library and Health Advocate
Valproic acid is usually absorbed rapidly from the GI tract but can be toxic in high levels. Learn more. http://bit.ly/a7lbU2
Toxicity, Vitamin: eMedicine Emergency Medicine
emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Every day 44% of Americans take vitamins and dietary supplements.1 In 2007, vitamin C, vitamin E, and multivitamins were among 5 best-selling supplements.2 As many as 84% of Americans consider vitamins and supplements safe,” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com
Most Recently Shared on May 4, 2010 at 2:04 am By:
Susan Scroggins Active Health Library and Health Advocate
Every day 44% of Americans take vitamins and dietary supplements. When taken in large doses, vitamins can be toxic. http://bit.ly/9YARE8
Toxicity, Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor: eMedicine Emergency Medicine
emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are widely prescribed medications for the treatment of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, bulimia, anorexia nervosa, panic disorder, and social phobia. The majority of all antidepressants prescribed in the United States are from ...” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com
Most Recently Shared on May 4, 2010 at 2:02 am By:
Susan Scroggins Active Health Library and Health Advocate
SSRIs are sometimes prescribed to treat depression & other social disorders. They can be toxic. Learn signs & symptoms. http://bit.ly/97YIyY
Toxicity, Terpene: eMedicine Emergency Medicine
emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Terpenes are natural products derived from plants that have medicinal properties and biological activity. Terpenes may be found in cleaning products, rubefacients, aromatherapy, and various topical preparations. Terpenes may exist as hydrocarbons or have oxygen-containing compounds ...” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com
Most Recently Shared on May 4, 2010 at 2:00 am By:
Susan Scroggins Active Health Library and Health Advocate
Terpenes are natural products derived from plants that have medicinal properties & biological activity.More on toxicity.http://bit.ly/a6B5BZ
Toxicity, Salicylate: eMedicine Emergency Medicine
emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Salicylates possess anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic properties. These agents are available for ingestion as tablets, capsules, and liquids. Salicylates are also available in topical forms as creams or lotions. Acetylsalicylic acid is colorless or white in ...” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com
Most Recently Shared on May 4, 2010 at 1:58 am By:
Salicylates possess anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic properties, but they can cause toxic reactions. http://bit.ly/duW51z
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