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Ricin (cont.)

Medical Author:
Ferdinando L Mirarchi, DO
Coauthor:
Michael Allswede, DO
Medical Editor:
Jerry L Mothershead, MD
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
Robert G Darling, MD

Medications

Antibiotics serve no role in the treatment of ricin poisoning.

  • Medications may be given to treat seizures and low blood pressure that are sometimes associated with exposure to ricin.

  • In the case of ricin exposure by injection, antibiotics may serve to prevent infection. A tetanus immunization may also be given as a precautionary measure.

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