T42: Poisoning by antiepileptic, sedative-hypnotic and antiparkinsonism drugs
T42.8: Poisoning: Antiparkinsonism drugs and other central muscle-tone depressants
A drug can cause poisoning if, for example, too much of it is taken. The drug may also be administered or taken by mistake.
Parkinson’s drugs are used to treat Parkinson’s disease. However, some Parkinson’s drugs are also used to treat other disorders. Depending on which Parkinson’s drug has caused the poisoning, there can be different symptoms. Confusion may result, for example. You may hear or see things that are not there. Parkinson’s drugs can also impair heart function or affect the circulation.
Various disorders can cause muscles to cramp up. These may be disorders of the brain or spinal cord, for example. With disorders of this type, certain drugs can be used. These drugs act on the spinal cord and relax the muscles. Poisoning by a drug such as this can cause muscle weakness, for example. Tiredness can also result. The blood pressure can fall and the person can become dizzy. The person may also pass out. Depending on exactly which drug has caused the poisoning, there can be other symptoms too.
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