Management of Vasmol Poisoning
Immediate Life-Threatening Priorities
- The American Heart Association recommends contacting a poison control center immediately for expert toxicology guidance, as this poisoning is rare in Western countries and requires specialized management 1, 2
- The American Heart Association suggests treating life-threatening dysrhythmias with standard advanced life support measures 1, 2
- The American Heart Association recommends administering benzodiazepines (diazepam or midazolam) for severe agitation or seizures if they occur 1, 2
Supportive Management
- The American College of Cardiology recommends treating hypotension with fluid boluses (10-20 mL/kg normal saline) 3
- The American College of Cardiology suggests considering vasopressors (norepinephrine or epinephrine preferred over dopamine) for refractory hypotension 3
- The American Heart Association recommends monitoring for dysrhythmias and treating according to advanced cardiac life support protocols 1, 2