About the Antidote Kit
The Nova Scotia Provincial Antidote Kit Program was implemented to provide immediate access to lifesaving antidotes in emergency departments (EDs) across the province.
The intent of this manual is to provide concise, user-friendly guidelines for administration of selected antidotes, which are contained in the antidote kit. The antidotes included in the antidote kit were chosen based on well established criteria: they must be time-sensitive and efficacious, with the medical benefits outweighing the risks. The manual contains both pediatric and adult dosage instructions.
If you have a case of potential poisoning or overdose for which antidotes may be required, please call us for assistance:
1-800-565-8161
IWK Regional Poison Centre's Partners in Poison Prevention
