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Wilderness: Clupeotoxin Poisoning (cont.)

Medical Author:
Scott H Plantz, MD, FAAEM
Medical Editor:
N Stuart Harris, MD, MFA
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
James Kimo Takayesu, MD

Clupeotoxin Poisoning Treatment

  • Vomiting should be induced if the poisoned person is awake and alert and has eaten the fish within the last 3 hours.

  • Maintain hydration. Intravenous fluids may be necessary for uncontrollable nausea and vomiting.

  • No specific antidote is available.

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