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Chocolate
The amount of methylxanthines present in chocolate depends varies with the type. The general rule is the more bitter the chocolate, the more toxic it could be. In fact, unsweetened baking chocolate contains almost
The mechanism of action of methylxanthines is to competitively inhibit cellular adenosine receptors which results in CNS stimulation and tachycardia.2 Although, theobromine and caffeine have an LD50 of 100 to Early treatment, including decontamination procedures such as emesis and activated charcoal, cardiovascular monitoring, and supportive care, is extremely helpful with chocolate poisoning. In addition, fluid diuresis may help enhance elimination 3 Caffeine can be reabsorbed by the bladder wall which may result in extended times of clinical signs. Therefore, the veterinary staff should take extra steps to keep the patient's bladder empty either through catherization or frequent walking |