Iron poisoning is a common and potentially fatal ingestion.
Toxicity depends on the amount of elemental iron ingested, although tolerable and lethal concentrations are not firmly esta...
Witnessed or suspected iron product ingestion
Determine the amount of elemental iron ingested and the time of ingestion.
Determine formulation (iron salt, vitamin with iron, delayed rel...
Contact local Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) for specific recommendations.
All intentional iron ingestions should be evaluated at a medical facility, regardless of dos...
Chang T, Rangan C. Iron poisoning: a literature-based review of epidemiology, diagnosis, and management. Pediatr Emerg Care. 2011;27(10):978–985. [View Abstract on OvidInsight...
964.0 Poisoning by iron and its compounds
985.8 Toxic effect of other specified metals
T45.4X1A Poisoning by iron and its compounds, accidental, init
T56.891A Toxic effect of other metals,...
Q: Why isn’t activated charcoal recommended for GI decontamination?
A: Because charcoal binds poorly to iron and so is not effective in GI decontamination. There is also the risk of vomiting and as...
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