How is exposure to VX treated?
Treatment includes atropine, pralidoxime chloride, and diazepam; ventilation to support respiratory function; and supportive care. Using appropriate personal protective equipment, remove, bag, and seal contaminated clothing. Decontaminate skin by washing it with large amounts of soap and water. Because of VX s persistent characteristics, take care to prevent secondary cases from contaminated clothing, ground, vegetation, or equipment. For more information on VX, visit the CDC Web site www.bt.cdc.gov.
