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Open Access
ISSN: 2161-0495
ISSN: 2161-0495
Howard Chase
Tanzania
Case Report
A Case of Severe Amyl Nitrite Induced Methemoglobinemia Managed with Methylene Blue
Author(s): Brian Faley and Howard ChaseBrian Faley and Howard Chase
It is well documented that amyl nitrite can cause methemoglobinemia [1-7]. This condition can be successfully treated with methylene blue therapy [1-8]. Amyl nitrite is used therapeutically as part of the antidote cocktail to treat cyanide poisoning; however, it also carries a high abuse potential.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2161-0495.1000127