Poisoning: aminoglycosides - what does this mean
Aminoglycoside poisoning occurs when an individual is exposed to an excessive amount of aminoglycoside antibiotics, which can cause a range of symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, confusion, and loss of balance. long-term exposure to high doses of aminoglycosides can result in permanent hearing loss, kidney damage, and even death.
What happens during the disease - poisoning: aminoglycosides
Aminoglycoside poisoning is caused by an accumulation of aminoglycosides in the body, resulting from an overdose or prolonged use of aminoglycoside antibiotics. the accumulation of these antibiotics in the body causes an imbalance in the body’s normal physiology and leads to toxic effects, such as kidney damage, hearing loss, and muscle weakness. in some cases, it can also lead to respiratory depression, coma, and even death.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms of poisoning caused by aminoglycosides.
- Administering activated charcoal to reduce absorption of aminoglycosides
- Administering intravenous fluids to prevent dehydration
- Administering antacids to reduce stomach acidity
- Administering diuretics to increase urine output
- Administering antibiotics to reduce the risk of secondary infections
- Administering corticosteroids to reduce inflammation
- Administering antihistamines to reduce allergic reactions
- Administering muscle relaxants to reduce muscle spasms
- Administering oxygen to improve oxygenation to the body
- Monitoring kidney and liver function
- Monitoring electrolyte levels
5 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Poisoning: aminoglycosides - Prevention
Prevention of poisoning from aminoglycosides can be achieved by careful monitoring of the patient's renal and auditory functioning during treatment, and by only administering the drug as prescribed by a qualified medical professional.