Treatment of Camphor Poisoning

Immediate Emergency Response

• The American Heart Association recommends contacting poison control immediately while initiating treatment, as board-certified toxicologists can provide specialized guidance for camphor exposures 1

Supportive Care

• The American College of Cardiology recommends providing aggressive supportive care including airway management, respiratory support, and hemodynamic stabilization, as this is the only available treatment option 1
• Administer 100% oxygen to maintain tissue oxygenation, as recommended by medical guidelines 2

Decontamination Strategies

• Irrigate eyes copiously for at least 15 minutes with tepid water for ocular exposures, as recommended by medical guidelines 3