NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -Tannic acid i.s the most universal antidote to poisons known to science. Any poison must become di. ssolved before it can be absorbed from the ttomach and exert Its toxic effect upon the entire body. Some deadly poisons are In liquid form before tliey are swallowed.

Detailed explanation-2: -It is able to oxidize alkaloids and convert them into non-toxic compounds. In cases of poisonings with other alkaloids, tanning agents which precipitate these substances are used (0.5% tannin solution, strong tea).