T40: Poisoning by narcotics and psychodysleptics [hallucinogens]
T40.8: Poisoning: Lysergide [LSD]
LSD is a drug. LSD affects things like your thoughts, your sensations and your perception.
A substance can cause poisoning if, for example, too much of it is taken. The substance may also be administered or taken by mistake.
LSD poisoning can cause the heart to race and the blood pressure to rise. You can get anxiety or panic attacks. The pupils are typically dilated. You may see or hear things that are not there. Seizures can also occur.
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