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Drugs of this type are divided into 2 groups major: minor tranquilizers and major tranquilizers. Tranquil minors These drugs are certainly less dangerous than the barbiturates, whose place they took.

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Types of poisoning: chlorates

terreno

Sodium and potassium chlorates are still used today to clean the soil of all vegetation. These substances in their dry state are strong oxidizing agents and present a high risk of flammability, with the possibility of explosion. For workers, there are no major risks, but if someone ingests the substance it can be highly toxic, as a single dose si 15 g can be lethal for an adult. Immediately after ingestion there is a burning sensation in the mouth and tongue, followed by abdominal pain, vomiting, mental confusion and cyanosis. Subsequently, seizures and kidney damage may appear.

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Source: Vadecum of poisoning therapy by Roy Goulding

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