Calcium gluconate can be given in which acid poisoning?
Hydrofluoric Acid :- Ingestion of hydrofluoric acid is A/W hypocalcaemia, acidosis, and shock. Hydroflouric acid burns results in bone destruction, and excruciating pain. Toxicity result in hypocalcemia and hypomagnesemia On Dermal exposure: * Severe pain * Hydrofluoric acid penetrates the skin and mucous membranes, causing deep tissue destruction On ingestion:Severe burning pain followed by retching and vomiting. Treatment: Topical Skin Therapy: Local application of 2.5% calcium gluconate gel is the treatment of choice.Systemic: IV calcium & Magnesium sulfate until the normal levels are reached in blood.
Sulphuric acid
Hydrofluoric acid
Nitric acid
Carbolic acid
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