Venomous Remedy: A Case of Sodium Thio Sulfate and Methylene Blue Poisoning
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deliberate self poisoning, sodium thiosulate and methylene blue, seizure, intensive care unit; mechanical ventilation; endotracheal tube; patient stress experiencesAbstract
Deliberate self-poisoning by ingestion of chemicals used for agriculture, insecticides and disinfectants used in houses is a common modality of poisoning across the globe. Poisoning by tablets containing sodium thiosulfate and methylene blue used as water purifying agent (both compounds are used for treatment of cyanide poisoning) is rare. Here we report clinical profile, relevant laboratory investigations and management of a rare case of sodium thiosulfate and methylene blue poisoning(a first case of dual ingestion poisoning with above mentioned chemical and pubmed has little case report on such poisoning).
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