Carbamazepine poisoning was an existing Victorian CPG that has been revised then reviewed by CPG Committee members. It will be considered for PIC endorsement on 27 August.

Key Points

1. Carbamazepine poisoning may have prolonged or delayed onset of symptoms, and children require observation for development of clinical manifestations.
2. There is reasonable correlation between carbamazepine serum concentrations and clinical effects, and concentrations can be particularly helpful in large ingestions.
3. Decontamination should be considered for children with large ingestions in consultation with a toxicologist.