1 The efficacy of dicobalt edetate (Kelocyanor) was compared against that of 4-dimethylaminophenol (DMAP) in experimental cyanide poisoning.
2 DMAP gave better survival.
3 The efficacy has been related to the toxicity of the two compounds.
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