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# Classification of Poisons The classification of poisons can be based on how they affect the body, the reactions within the body, and interactions with other substances. The chemist will also understand the properties of the poison in terms of chemical properties. The following classification of...

# Classification of Poisons The classification of poisons can be based on how they affect the body, the reactions within the body, and interactions with other substances. The chemist will also understand the properties of the poison in terms of chemical properties. The following classification of poisons is based on their manner of action: ## A. Corrosives These poisons cause tissue destruction. They are dangerous upon ingestion or skin contact. 1. Strong Acids: * a. Sulfuric acid * b. Nitric acid * c. Hydrochloric acid 2. Caustic Alkalies: * a. Potassium hydroxide * b. Sodium hydroxide * c. Ammonia 3. Compounds: * a. Zinc chloride * b. Antimony trichloride ## B. Irritants These poisons cause allergic reactions. 1. Non-metals 2. Salts of metals 3. Vegetable irritants 4. Animal Irritants (e.g., Cantharides) 5. Food irritants ## C. Narcotics These drugs relieve pain and induce sleep. 1. Somniferous group: * a. Opium * b. Chloral * c. Synthetic hypnotics 2. Deliriants: * a. Belladonna * b. Cocaine ## D. Depressants These substances slow down the function of the body. 1. Neural depressant: * a. Aconite * b. Conium - This group slow down the messages between brain and body. 2. Cerebral depressant: - Inhibiting the brain functions