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Methanol Poisoning: Symptoms and Management

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methanol poisoning

Methanol (methyl alcohol, wood alcohol) is a simple aliphatic alcohol with significant toxicological importance. It is colorless, volatile, and commonly used as a solvent, antifreeze, fuel, and in industrial chemical processes. Accidental or intentional ingestion of methanol, as well as inhalation or dermal exposure, can result in severe toxicity and death. The cardinal feature of … Read more

Organophosphorus Compound Poisoning and Its Treatment

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Organophosphorous compound poisoning

Introduction Organophosphorus (OP) compounds, a broad class of chemicals primarily used as pesticides (insecticides) and, less ethically, as chemical warfare agents (nerve gases), pose a significant challenge in both developed and developing nations (Katzung, 2020). Poisoning from OP agents remains a leading cause of acute morbidity and mortality worldwide, particularly in rural settings where pesticides are extensively deployed in … Read more