T36-T50: Poisoning by drugs, medicaments and biological substances
T42: Poisoning by antiepileptic, sedative-hypnotic and antiparkinsonism drugs
Poisoning by antiepileptic, sedative-hypnotic, and antiparkinsonism drugs refers to a range of harmful effects that are caused by an overdose of these substances. It can occur either accidentally, often due to taking the wrong dose or mixing medications, or intentionally as a result of substance misuse. Symptoms can vary drastically, but commonly include drowsiness, confusion, balance problems, and in severe instances, can lead to unconsciousness or even coma. Depending on the specific drug taken, other symptoms can also appear, such as rapid or slowed heartbeat, low body temperature or seizures. The consequences of such poisoning primarily impact the nervous system and effects can sometimes be severe if not treated promptly. In addition to immediate effects, these types of poisoning can also have long-term impacts on the neurological health of the individual. It's important to understands that these conditions are medically serious and require immediate attention.
Subcodes of T42:
- T42.0: Poisoning: Hydantoin derivatives
- T42.1: Poisoning: Iminostilbenes
- T42.2: Poisoning: Succinimides and oxazolidinediones
- T42.3: Poisoning: Barbiturates
- T42.4: Poisoning: Benzodiazepines
- T42.5: Poisoning: Mixed antiepileptics, not elsewhere classified
- T42.6: Poisoning: Other antiepileptic and sedative-hypnotic drugs
- T42.7: Poisoning: Antiepileptic and sedative-hypnotic drugs, unspecified
- T42.8: Poisoning: Antiparkinsonism drugs and other central muscle-tone depressants
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