Toxicology Flashcards
1
Q
what are the symptoms of toxicity for amitryptiline? TCA - CAL
A
cardiotoxicity (QRS prolongation, hypotension)
Anti-cholinergic symptoms
LOC
2
Q
AspiRIN. The symptoms? Note: Different in adults compared to children
A
Resp Alkalosis in Adults
Resp Acidosis and hypogylcemia in children
hyperpnoea
3
Q
How do you treat arrythmias? TRICK question
A
NOT WITH DRUGS
4
Q
Are SSRIs even toxic? Why not?
A
just results in QT prolongation. Not fatal
5
Q
in toxicity, what is Nausea and vomiting mostly treated with?
A
ondansetron
6
Q
IV metoclopramide. What would you use it for?
A
VOMITING IN THEOPHYLLINE
7
Q
for iron - what is the antidote?
A
deferoxamine
8
Q
rx for isoniazid overdose - b6
A
pyridoxine
