Textbook of veterinary toxicology
- H.S Sandhu 1st edition

Equip yourself to handle the most critical clinical emergencies. H.S. Sandhu’s Textbook of Veterinary Toxicology is a comprehensive and systematic guide to the diagnosis and management of poisoning in domestic animals. It is a vital resource for understanding how environmental toxins, plants, and chemicals impact animal health and food safety in the Indian subcontinent.
Core Features
Systematic Classification: Organizes toxins into logical categories—Metallic, Non-metallic, Plant, Pesticide, and Environmental—making it easy to navigate during clinical workups.
Toxicokinetics & Dynamics: Clear explanations of how poisons enter the body, their distribution, and the molecular mechanisms by which they cause cellular damage or death.
Indian Phytotoxicology: Detailed coverage of poisonous plants common to Indian pastures, such as Lantana camara, Oleander, and Cyanogenic glycosides.
Modern Pesticide Profiles: In-depth study of Organophosphates, Carbamates, and Pyrethroids, including their specific mechanisms of action and legal safety limits.
Antidote Manual: Provides a practical, high-yield reference for specific and symptomatic treatments, including dosages for life-saving antidotes like Atropine and PAM.