Literature DB >> 15891273

Accidental clonidine patch ingestion in a child.

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.

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Year:  2005        PMID: 15891273

Source DB:  PubMed          Journal:  Am J Ther        ISSN: 1075-2765            Impact factor:   2.688


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Authors:  Stephen L Thornton; Micheal A Darracq
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Review 2.  Drugs and pharmaceuticals: management of intoxication and antidotes.

Authors:  Silas W Smith
Journal:  EXS       Date:  2010
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