Y50: Central nervous system stimulants, not elsewhere classified
Y50.0: Analeptics
Analeptics is a term used to describe a special class of central nervous system stimulants that primarily act on the brainstem to stimulate respiration, increase heart rate, and enhance alertness. These medicines are often used in a hospital setting, typically to manage drug-induced respiratory depression or in instances of severe central nervous system depression such as coma. An overdose of analeptics can cause health complications including hyperthermia, extreme agitation or nervousness, seizures, or even cardiac arrest. Side effects vary with the type of drug used and the individual’s response. It's also important to note that these are very strong medications that need to be used under a healthcare provider's supervision.
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