Vastalääkkeiden
Vastalääkkeet, also known as antidotes, are substances that can counteract the effects of a poison or toxin. They work through various mechanisms, depending on the specific poison and the antidote. Some antidotes bind directly to the poison, neutralizing it and preventing it from reaching its target in the body. Others may compete with the poison for binding sites on receptors, thus blocking the toxic effect. In some cases, antidotes can enhance the body's natural detoxification processes, helping to eliminate the poison more quickly.
The development and use of vastalääkkeet are crucial in emergency medicine and toxicology. They are often administered
Research into new and improved vastalääkkeet is ongoing, aiming to broaden the range of treatable poisonings