What treatment is used for gallium poisoning?

For gallium poisoning, the correct treatment is the administration of methyl blue stain. Methyl blue acts as a reducing agent and has been shown to facilitate the excretion of gallium from the body. Its application involves enhancing the renal elimination of gallium and mitigating toxicity.

While activated charcoal is beneficial for certain types of poisonings, it is not effective in cases of gallium as the metal does not bind well to charcoal. Antivenom is specifically used for snakebites or certain venomous animal stings and has no relevance in metal poisoning. Intravenous fluids can assist with hydration and support, but they do not directly address the underlying problem of gallium toxicity. Therefore, methyl blue stain is the targeted treatment choice for this type of poisoning.