Antidote

Name:
Antidote
Detailed information:
Any substance that inhibits or counteracts the effects of a poison which has entered the body by any route. Mild acids or alkalies (except sodium bicarbonate) exert neutralizing action if corrosive materials have been swallowed; for noncorrosive poisons, warm salt water or milk may be given to cause vomiting. Activated charcoal in water is effective in protecting the throat and stomach linings, except for corrosive poisons. Nothing should be administered by mouth if the subject is unconscious. Artificial respiration may be necessary. In no case should alcohol be used as an antidote. Atropine sulfate and pralidoxime iodide have been successfully used as antidotes for poisoning by cholinesterase inhibitors.