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Trivia # 46: Fab fragments in Thevetia peruviana’s poisoning

21 October, 2009
Toxicological trivia from October 21, 2009: The administration of digoxin antibody (Fab fragments) in Thevetia peruviana poisoning has been effective in correcting hyperkalaemia, reversion of cardiac arrhythmias and mortality reduction. In addition to its proven efficacy, the benefits compared with the pacemaker are:
a) Do not require specialist staff or equipment;
b) Increased security;
c) Both statements are correct.
Trivia # 46: Fab fragments in Thevetia peruviana's poisoning
Frutos de Thevetis peruviana
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Answer c.  Read more in RETEL article, issue 19, 2-19: Update on Thevetia peruviana poisoning (Torres, N).
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