T40: Poisoning by narcotics and psychodysleptics [hallucinogens]
T40.4: Poisoning: Other synthetic narcotics
Anesthetics are substances that can alter one’s perception and mood, for example. Anesthetics include certain painkillers such as pethidine.
A substance can cause poisoning if, for example, too much of it is taken. The substance may also be administered or taken by mistake.
Poisoning by an anesthetic such as certain painkillers can cause nausea, vomiting or constipation. You can have difficulties concentrating or be drowsy. You may stop breathing enough. You may also lose consciousness.
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