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Breakthrough Antidote Rapidly Treats Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

10/15/2025

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Researchers at the University of Maryland have developed RcoM-HBD-CCC, the first antidote for carbon monoxide poisoning.
The antidote rapidly removes CO from the bloodstream, shortening clearance to under a minute.
CO poisoning causes about 50,000 emergency visits and 1,500 deaths annually in the United States.
The treatment shows minimal side effects on blood pressure.
Future studies will assess dosage and potential uses in oxygen delivery and organ preservation.

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Researchers at the University of Maryland have developed RcoM-HBD-CCC, the first antidote for carbon monoxide poisoning.
The antidote rapidly removes CO from the bloodstream, shortening clearance to under a minute.
CO poisoning causes about 50,000 emergency visits and 1,500 deaths annually in the United States.
The treatment shows minimal side effects on blood pressure.
Future studies will assess dosage and potential uses in oxygen delivery and organ preservation.