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Treatment includes decontamination (induction of emesis in asymptomatic animals or gastric lavage followed by activated charcoal and cathartic administration in animals showing clinical signs of intoxication) (Table 4.1), promoting toxin excretion, controlling the tetany and seizures (Table 4.1, see Chapters 12 and 24), convective whole body cooling, adequate oxygenation (Murphy, 2002) and supportive care. Sedation or general anaesthesia for 24–72 h may be required. Forced diuresis with 5% mannitol in isotonic saline and acidification of the urine will enhance urinary elimination of strychnine. Animals with respiratory failure should be administered oxygen and if needed intubated and ventilated. Non-anesthetized animals should be kept in a dimly lit, quiet area and all forms of sensory stimulation should be minimized.