Question 1

any ideas on where to buy potassium cyanide?

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If you are having: thoughts about killing yourself,  get seen at the nearest emergency room now. Have a friend or relative drive you or call 911 for emergency services for transport. You can call the National suicide hotlines 24/7 at 1-800-suicide (1-800-784-2433) or 1-800-273 – talk (1-800-273-8255) for support.

Question 2

why is cyanide toxic to us?

Accepted Answer

Cytochromes: It binds cytochrome C and stops oxidative phosphorylation. No oxygen use and you die. There are other effects as well but this is best known

Question 3

is there an effective iv antidote for xarelto?

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Activated PCC: Activated Prothrombin complex concentrates are recommended in immediately life threatening situations in which the patient has been taking Factor Xa inhibitors. However, these agents have significant risk and have not been adequately studied. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Question 4

how does cyanide affect people eating almonds?

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Almonds don't matter: Cyanide is poisonous by itself, almonds have nothing to do with it. I have heard that one smells like almonds when poisoned with cyanide. Cyanide kills by blocking the subsance in the blood called hemoglobin from being able to carry oxygen.

Question 5

what is the antidote for someone who might be having a herion overdose?

Accepted Answer

Narcan (naloxone): Narcan (naloxone) should be administered to the person as soon as possible. Emt's or emergency room personnel are best suited to administer narcan (naloxone).

Question 6

hypothetically, if a poison and its antidote enters the body at the same time, which one would "win"?

Accepted Answer

Depends..: Depends on amount of each........rout of administration. each will counteract the other if other factors remain constant.

Question 7

what are the symptoms of cyanide poisoning?

Accepted Answer

Numerous symptoms.: The features of cyanide poisoning depend on the duration, degree, and type of exposure. Central nervous system and cardiovascular system dysfunction are most prominent. Symptoms include headache, anxiety, confusion, vertigo, coma, seizures, cardiovascular instability, vomiting, abdominal pain and skin color changes.

Question 8

if cyanide is in almonds, then what about almond milk?

Accepted Answer

Almonds and cyanide: Sweet almonds, which are the type mostly found in the United States, contain very little cyanide. This is normally what almond milk is made from also. If you are eating bitter almonds, which are not found in the United States, you should have some caution, because they could contain higher levels of cyanide. Be careful!

Question 9

what is the antidote for a lortab overdose?

Accepted Answer

Antidote: Overdose from lortab is to be taken seriously. There are liver toxicity issues and the opioid overdose issues. You must seek immediate medical care. Both components may cause death. The best is not to overdose . Alway use medication as directed by your md. Make no changes unless approved by your md.

Question 10

diphenhydramine overdose antidote?

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911: Although death by Diphenhydramine overdose is uncommon, dangers associated with an overdose include cardiac arrhythmias, delirium, respiratory suppression, short-term memory loss, and urinary retention.  The specific antidote for Diphenhydramine poisoning is physostigmine, usually given intravenously in a hospital.  If you suspect Diphenhydramine overdose, contact emergency services (911).

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