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Definition
Poisoning from overdose of Nalfon.Poisonous Ingredient
FenoprofenWhere Found
Nalfon - a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicationSymptoms
Home Treatment
Seek medical care immediately. The standard procedure is to induce emesis (vomiting) unless the patient is unconscious or experiencing convulsions. Before inducing emesis, contact Poison Control for verification.
If instructed to induce emesis, the standard procedure is as follows:
Other treatments may include lavage and activated charcoal.
Before Calling Emergency
Determine the following information:
Poison Control, or a local emergency number
See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. Take the container with you to the emergency room.What to expect at the emergency room
Some or all of the following procedures may be performed:
Expectations (prognosis)
Recovery depends on the extent of kidney damage. Update Date: 12/12/2001 Updated by: Victoria Kennedy, RN, A.D.A.M. editorial (12/12/2001). Previous review: Kevin G. Wheeler, M.D., Department of Emergency Medicine, Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. (2/11/2001)
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