| Literature DB >> 15891273 |
Russ Horowitz1, Suzan S Mazor, Steven E Aks, Jerrold B Leikin.
Abstract
A case of a pediatric ingestion of a clonidine patch is described. Symptoms included lethargy, bradycardia, and miosis. Treatment included naloxone, charcoal administration, and whole bowel irrigation. Gastrointestinal absorption of active drug can result in significant toxicity and treatment should focus on aggressive decontamination techniques.Entities:
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Year: 2005 PMID: 15891273
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Am J Ther ISSN: 1075-2765 Impact factor: 2.688