toxicology

Bupropion Overdose

Bupropion, most commonly sold as Wellbutrin, has many uses ranging from depression to smoking cessation.  It comes, however, with several side effects we should be aware of and some scary effects when taken in overdose.  In this post, we review this medication, the risks associated with it, and how to manage an overdose.

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Critical Cases - "I drank this"

A 50 yo male is brought in via EMS vomiting red fluid. 1 hour prior, he had chugged about half a gatorade bottle that he had used to store windshield washer fluid. "What's in windshield washer fluid?" you wonder as you enter the patient's room. "Is it bad????" Read on to find out why, yes, this is very bad indeed.

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Back to Basics: Acetaminophen Overdose & Management

Acetaminophen (Tylenol, Paracetamol, APAP) is a commonly used analgesic and antipyretic agent found in many over the counter and prescription medications.  It is one of the most common toxic exposures responsible for an estimated 450 deaths annually in the United States, and it is the most common cause of acute liver failure in the United States.

 

 

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