For Arsenic poisoning Antidote is_____________?
Correct answer: D. B.A.L
- A. Penicillamine
- B. E.D.T.A
- C. Desferrixamine
- D. B.A.L
Explanation
Dimercaprol, also called British anti-Lewisite or BAL, chelates arsenic and is the classic antidote for significant arsenic poisoning. EDTA is mainly used for lead poisoning, while desferrioxamine treats iron toxicity.
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