Keywords

acetaminophen, antidote, benzodiazepine, beta-blocker, calcium channel blocker, digoxin, digoxin immune fab, flumazenil, fomepizole, hyperinsulinemia-euglycemia therapy (HIET), naloxone, N-acetylcysteine, opioids, toxic alcohols

Authors

1. Griffiths, Carrie L. PharmD, BCCCP, FCCM
2. Patel, Arzu BS
3. Hertel, Kristie A MSN, RN, CCRN, ACNP-BC

Abstract

Abstract: When ingested, some common household products can be poisonous, and, when taken improperly, both prescription and over-the-counter medications can result in overdoses. This article describes several common toxicities encountered in the ICU and their respective antidotes.