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(T42.3) Poisoning: barbiturates
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1 786 508 in individuals diagnosis poisoning: barbiturates confirmed
Diagnosis poisoning: barbiturates is diagnosed Women are 23.51% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis poisoning: barbiturates
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis poisoning: barbiturates
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease poisoning: barbiturates - Men aged 35-39 and Women aged 15-19
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features poisoning: barbiturates
Absence or low individual and public risk
Poisoning: barbiturates - what does this mean
Barbiturate poisoning occurs when an individual ingests an amount of a barbiturate drug that is greater than the body can metabolize, leading to an overdose. this can cause a range of symptoms, including drowsiness, confusion, respiratory depression, coma, and even death.
What happens during the disease - poisoning: barbiturates
Barbiturates are central nervous system depressants that work by binding to the gaba-a receptor, increasing the inhibitory effect of gaba in the brain. this leads to decreased nerve activity which can result in drowsiness, confusion, slowed breathing, and even loss of consciousness. overdose of barbiturates can cause respiratory depression and ultimately death due to hypoxia.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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6 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Poisoning: barbiturates - Prevention
Prevention of poisoning from barbiturates is best achieved through proper storage and disposal of these substances, as well as through education about the potential risks of taking these drugs. it is also important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of barbiturate poisoning, and to seek medical attention immediately if any signs are present.