A patient with Organophosphate poisoning exhibits excessive salivation, lacrimation, and bronchospasm. Which agent specifically reverses the nicotinic effects like muscle weakness?
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Correct answer: Pralidoxime
While atropine treats muscarinic symptoms, Pralidoxime (2-PAM) is a cholinesterase reactivator. It removes the phosphate group from the enzyme, restoring its function at both muscarinic and nicotinic sites.
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