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TOX TABLES

Phenytoin

IMPORTANT SHIT

Sodium channel blockade
  • QRS widening
  • Dysrhythmia including VT
Hypotensive + bradycardic with rapid infusion (don’t push)

SPECIFIC ANTIDOTE

Na Blockade mgmt:
  • Sodium bicarbonate 2mmol/kg IV every 1-2 mins
  • Lignocaine 1.5mg/kg (Once pH >7.5)
Self-rate:
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