| Drug Name: | Cyanide |
|---|---|
| Drug Class: | Toxic substance |
| Mechanism of Action: | Inhibits cytochrome c oxidase, preventing cellular respiration and leading to cell death |
| Use: | Used in industry for metal plating and extraction, as well as in chemical warfare |
| Side Effects: | Rapid onset of symptoms including headache, dizziness, confusion, seizures, respiratory failure, and cardiac arrest |
| Contraindications: | Not to be used in any medical treatment due to its toxicity |
| Specialty: | Toxicology |