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(T43.8) Poisoning: other psychotropic drugs, not elsewhere classified
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1 124 446 in individuals diagnosis poisoning: other psychotropic drugs, not elsewhere classified confirmed
Diagnosis poisoning: other psychotropic drugs, not elsewhere classified is diagnosed Women are 20.18% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis poisoning: other psychotropic drugs, not elsewhere classified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis poisoning: other psychotropic drugs, not elsewhere classified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease poisoning: other psychotropic drugs, not elsewhere classified - Men aged 30-34 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: other psychotropic drugs, not elsewhere classified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Poisoning: other psychotropic drugs, not elsewhere classified - what does this mean
Poisoning from other psychotropic drugs, not elsewhere classified, occurs when an individual has been exposed to a drug that affects the central nervous system. this can occur through ingestion, inhalation, injection, or absorption through the skin. symptoms can range from mild to severe, depending on the type of drug involved and the amount of exposure.
What happens during the disease - poisoning: other psychotropic drugs, not elsewhere classified
Poisoning from other psychotropic drugs, not elsewhere classified, occurs when an individual consumes a drug that is not intended for human consumption, or when an individual consumes an excessive amount of a psychotropic drug that has been prescribed to them. in either case, the individual may experience a variety of symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, dizziness, confusion, increased heart rate, and seizures, depending on the type and amount of the drug consumed.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain a detailed history of the patient's symptoms and medical history.
- Conduct a physical exam to identify any signs or symptoms of poisoning.
- Order a complete blood count to evaluate for anemia, leukocytosis, or thrombocytopenia.
- Order a urine toxicology screen to detect the presence of drugs.
- Order a urine or blood sample for toxicology testing to detect the presence of drugs.
- Order a liver function test to evaluate for liver damage.
- Order a renal function test to evaluate for kidney damage.
- Order an electrocardiogram to evaluate for cardiac arrhythmias.
- Order imaging studies such as an X-ray, CT scan, or MRI to evaluate for any organ damage.
- Perform a psychiatric evaluation to assess for any mental health issues.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat the symptoms of Poisoning: Other psychotropic drugs, not elsewhere classified.
- Administer activated charcoal to reduce the amount of drug absorbed into the body.
- Administer intravenous fluids to prevent dehydration.
- Monitor heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure.
- Provide oxygen therapy to support breathing.
- Administer medications, such as benzodiazepines, to reduce anxiety and agitation.
- Administer naloxone to counter the effects of opioids.
- Administer antipsychotic medications to reduce hallucinations and delusions.
- Administer anti-seizure medications to prevent seizures.
- Provide psychosocial support to the patient.
- Provide nutritional support.
- Provide education about the dangers of drug abuse.
6 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Poisoning: other psychotropic drugs, not elsewhere classified - Prevention
The best way to prevent poisoning from other psychotropic drugs not elsewhere classified is to avoid taking these drugs without a doctor’s prescription. make sure to read the labels of any medication you are taking carefully and follow the instructions provided. avoid sharing or selling any medication, as this could lead to accidental poisoning.