Poisoning and Overdose

General approach to the poisoned patient.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MSt MRCGP (General Practitioner)

Last reviewed: 21 October 2025

Emergency MedicineToxicology

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Clinical Guidelines

CKS: Diagnosis of Poisoning or overdose

CKS: Management of Poisoning or overdose

CKS: Poisoning or overdose

Expert Consensus Guidelines for Stocking of Antidotes in Hospitals That Provide Emergency Care

Management of Acetaminophen Poisoning in the US and Canada: A Consensus Statement

NICE Clinical Knowledge Summary: Poisoning - general management

Part 10.2: Toxicology in Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) – American Heart Association Guidelines