Antidotes
- Drugs that specifically counter a toxin/drug
- Mechanisms: bind, block, replenish or bypass
- Give early when benefit is time-sensitive
- Supportive care still remains essential
- Some antidotes create their own toxicity
- Correct antidote depends on exact exposure
Class at a glance
- Drugs that specifically counter a toxin/drug
Pharmacology
- Mechanisms: bind, block, replenish or bypass
Members / distinctions
- Give early when benefit is time-sensitive
- Supportive care still remains essential
- Correct antidote depends on exact exposure
Safety / monitoring
- Some antidotes create their own toxicity
Self-check
- What care remains essential when an antidote is given?
Supportive care. - What determines the correct antidote?
The exact exposure.
Drugs in this class (16)
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