VPT 421: Veterinary Toxicology (2+0)

DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT

• Toxicosis can be reduced by the use of smaller doses in weakened animals, although these may be only partially effective in parasite removal.
• For acute overdose, a saline cathartic combined with activated charcoal is used to reduce absorption and hasten removal from the gut.
• Treatment of phenothiazine toxicosis in the horse is primarily intended to replenish lost red cells via blood transfusion.
• Fluids and bicarbonate may lessen the likelihood and severity of renal tubular damage due to hemoglobin released from red cells.