Causes, Symptoms and Treatment of Antifreeze Poisoning

1. Causes, Symptoms and Treatment of Antifreeze Poisoning The Carlson Company

2. What is an Antifreeze Poisoning? Antifreeze is a common product found in car radiators to lessen the freezing point of normal water in cooler climates. The active component is ethylene glycol (EG), a definite, odourless water with a sweet taste, getting it the name sweet killer. Its the special taste that appeals to pet cats to antifreeze but this won't seem to be plausible as pet cats can't taste sweets. Ingestion then occurs when the kitten grooms himself, or if the cat drinks from a polluted puddle.

3. 1) Central nervous system depression phase • Antifreeze is speedily consumed from the gastrointestinal tract causing irritation and an alcohol-like intoxication. Top blood concentrations take place in roughly 3 hours. • Inside 30 minutes to 12 hours of ingestion the cat show the following side effects: • Your cat can look intoxicated, stumbling, insufficient coordination, dizziness • Extreme thirst • Excessive urination • Seizures • Vomiting anticipated to gastrointestinal irritation

4. 2) Cardiopulmonary Toxicity Phase • Around 12 – 24 hours after ingestion the next symptoms seem: • Rapid breathing • Rapid heart rate • High blood circulation pressure • Lethargy • Lack of appetite

5. 3) Renal Toxicity Period • Occurs between 24 – 72 hours after ingestion and includes: • Painful stomach and/or kidneys • Cessation of urine output • Lethargy • Vomiting • Rapid breathing • Diarrhea • Mouth ulcers • Depression • Lower body temperature • Seizures • Coma

6. Treatment of Antifreeze Poisoning • Successful treatment will depend on the quantity of antifreeze ingested and exactly how fast treatment is started. In the event that you suspect your pet cat has ingested antifreeze, seek veterinary attention immediately.

7. This consists of :- • Gastric purification-Induce vomiting, lavage tummy (purifying out the paunch with clean typical water or a saltwater arrangement if ingestion has occurred inside days passed by hour) or both. • Activated charcoal-The performance of turned on charcoal to bind to the toxin is relatively questionable, some veterinarians will administer it to pet cats experiencing ethylene glycol poisoning. • Antidote-Administer ethanol when a possible. Ethanol competes with ethylene glycol for alcoholic dehydrogenase, the liver organ enzyme which turns ethylene glycol into its dangerous metabolites. • Vodka-Where ethanol isn't available, ordinary vodka has been used. Don't try out this at home if you don't are told to do so by the veterinarian, liquor is dangerous to pet cats and close monitoring is vital. • Sodium bicarbonate to improve metabolic acidosis. • Supportive treatment to include correction of smooth and electrolyte imbalances. • Fluid remedy can also increase urine development, which truly helps to speed up removing waste from the bloodstream.

8. Prevention :- • Tidy up spills immediately by tossing a bucket of drinking water over it to disperse the liquid. • Always store products formulated with ethylene glycol in closed pots out of reach of felines and children. • Monitor leaks in your vehicle and repair when they occur. • Search for products that have alternative elements, many newer products now contain propylene glycol.

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