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Treatment: Ciguatera Poisoning

  • Therapy is supportive and based on symptoms.
  • Cool showers, hydroxyzine (25 mg PO q6-8h), or amitriptyline (25 mg PO bid) may ameliorate pruritus and dysesthesias.
  • For 6 months after disease onset, the pt should avoid ingestion of fish (fresh or preserved), shellfish, fish oils, fish or shellfish sauces, alcohol, nuts, and nut oils.

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Section 2. Medical Emergencies