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A Case of Severe Amyl Nitrite Induced Methemoglobinemia Managed with Methylene Blue

Brian Faley and Howard Chase

It is well documented that amyl nitrite can cause methemoglobinemia [1-7]. This condition can be successfully treated with methylene blue therapy [1-8]. Amyl nitrite is used therapeutically as part of the antidote cocktail to treat cyanide poisoning; however, it also carries a high abuse potential