The article discusses the experimental investigation into the treatment of carbolic acid poisoning, a condition that is relatively common in self-destruction cases and accidental exposures. The effectiveness of various treatments, such as emetics and apomorphine, is questioned due to the anesthetic effect of the poison on the gastric mucosa. The primary focus is on the use of water for gastric lavage and the addition of medicinal agents like sodium sulfate, magnesium sulfate, and alcohol. Dr. David L. Macht's findings suggest that alcohol is not beneficial and can actually promote poison absorption. Sodium sulfate, when used in strong solutions, shows better results in hindering and removing the poison from the body. Magnesium sulfate is also effective but may have a depressive effect. The article also highlights the importance of early gastric lavage and the role of alcohol in stimulating vital signs during severe poisoning.The article discusses the experimental investigation into the treatment of carbolic acid poisoning, a condition that is relatively common in self-destruction cases and accidental exposures. The effectiveness of various treatments, such as emetics and apomorphine, is questioned due to the anesthetic effect of the poison on the gastric mucosa. The primary focus is on the use of water for gastric lavage and the addition of medicinal agents like sodium sulfate, magnesium sulfate, and alcohol. Dr. David L. Macht's findings suggest that alcohol is not beneficial and can actually promote poison absorption. Sodium sulfate, when used in strong solutions, shows better results in hindering and removing the poison from the body. Magnesium sulfate is also effective but may have a depressive effect. The article also highlights the importance of early gastric lavage and the role of alcohol in stimulating vital signs during severe poisoning.