Sign Out
In principle, the signs and symptoms would be expected to be similar to those observed in cases of salicylate intoxication: mixed acidosis-alkalosis, hyperventilation, pulmonary edema, dehydration as a result of sweating and vomiting, and hypoglycemia.
Treatment: For mixed acidosis-alkalosis: restoration of the acid-base balance in line with the specific situation and replacement of electrolytes.
For dehydration due to sweating and vomiting: administration of fluids.
For hypoglycemia: glucose administration.
In addition gastric lavage and intravenous transfusion of electrolyte to promote diuresis. There is no known antidote.
