Poisoning and Overdose

General approach to the poisoned patient.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
Emergency MedicineToxicology

Clinical Guidelines

CKS: Diagnosis of Poisoning or overdose
National
CKS: Management of Poisoning or overdose
National
CKS: Poisoning or overdose
National
Expert Consensus Guidelines for Stocking of Antidotes in Hospitals That Provide Emergency Care
Local
Management of Acetaminophen Poisoning in the US and Canada: A Consensus Statement
Local
NICE Clinical Knowledge Summary: Poisoning - general management
Local
Part 10.2: Toxicology in Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) – American Heart Association Guidelines
Local