Ipcs/cec Evaluation of Antidotes Series Volume 3 Antidotes for Poisoning by Paracetamol
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This important new series will provide definitive and authoritative guidance on the use of antidotes to treat poisoning. The International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS) and the Commission of the European Communities (CEC) (ILO/UNEP/WHO) have jointly undertaken a major programme to evaluate antidotes used clinically in the treatment of poisoning. The aim of this programme has been to identify and evaluate for the first time in a scientific and rigorous way the efficacy and use of a wide range of antidotes. This series will therefore summarise and assess, on an antidote by antidote basis, their clinical use, mode of action and efficacy. The aim has been to provide an authoritative consensus statement which will greatly assist in the selection and administration of an appropriate antidote. This scientific assessment is complemented by detailed clinical information on routes of administration, contraindications, precautions and so on. The series will therefore collate a wealth of useful information which will be of immense Página 1 de 86 Antidotes for Poisoning by Paracetamol
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