Antizol

Antizol Overview

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Antizol is a prescription medication used to treat ethylene glycol and methanol poisoning. Antizol belongs to a group of drugs called antidotes. It works by blocking a step to prevent the body from producing toxic substances from the chemicals. 

This medication comes in an injectable form to be given directly into a vein (IV) by a healthcare professional.  

Common side effects of Antizol include headache, nausea, and metallic taste (bad taste) in the mouth.

Antizol can also cause drowsiness and dizziness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how Antizol affects you.

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  • Other
  • Acidosis
  • Drug Toxicity
  • Kidney Failure
  • Poisoning
  • Vision Disorders

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Antizol Cautionary Labels

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Uses of Antizol

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Antizol is a prescription medication used to treat ethylene glycol and methanol poisoning. These substances are commonly found in antifreeze or fuel for vehicles and are not safe for human consumption.

This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Manufacturer

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Generic

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Fomepizole

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Antizol Drug Class

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Side Effects of Antizol

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Serious side effects have been reported with Antizol. See the "Drug Precautions" section.

Common side effects of Antizol include the following:

  • headache
  • nausea
  • dizziness
  • drowsiness
  • bad taste/metallic taste in the mouth
  • abdominal pain

This is not a complete list of Antizol side effects. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.