title: The use of inhaled nebulized atropine for the treatment of malathion poisoning.
abstract: Malathion is an organophosphate insecticide that is toxic to humans. Deaths are related to respiratory failure. The traditional treatment has included oxygen, ventilatory support, and intravenous administration of atropine. A case is presented in which a patient with moderate to severe malathion poisoning was also treated with inhaled nebulized atropine with apparently favorable results. The rationale for this approach to therapy is discussed.
authors: Emergency Physicians Professional Association, Minneapolis, MN 55435.
authors: L W
authors: LW
authors: Shockley
mesh_terms: D000280:Administration, Inhalation; D000328:Adult; D001285:Atropine / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002606:Charcoal / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D007275:Injections, Intravenous; D008294:Malathion / Q000506:poisoning*; D008297:Male; D009330:Nebulizers and Vaporizers; D010102:Oxygen Inhalation Therapy; D012131:Respiratory Insufficiency / Q000188:drug therapy*
chemical_list: D002606:Charcoal; D001285:Atropine; D008294:Malathion