Iron (Fe+)

· Iron (Fe+)
o One of the most common and severe poisonings in children.
o S/S: GI corrosion and hemorrhage to hepatic failure.
o TX: Activated charcoal does NOT bind with iron, so treat with the chelating agent Deferoxamine.
o Side effect: Deferoxamine is excreted in urine, producing a characteristic pink-red color urine.
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