4th May 2025

A 22-year-old male university student has recently been having a difficult time at university.

A 22-year-old male university student has recently been having a difficult time at university. His GP has just recently started him on a new antidepressant tablet for this.

He was found unconscious in his room and was brought into ED

Upon arrival in ED resus his observations are (HR 110 bpm, BP 100/70mmHg, RR 18, temp 36.9)

Physical examination shows dry skin and mucous membranes. Pupils are dilated but reactive. GCS is 12/15.

A 12-lead ECG is obtained and shows a broad-based Tachycardia.

What is the next best medical therapy?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.