Methadone toxicity in a child

A case of methadone poisoning with recovery is reported. An increased incidence of poisoning may occur because of recent innovations in the usage of this drug. A brief discussion of the drug and the treatment of acute intoxication is included.

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Published in:Pediatrics (Evanston) 1969-01, Vol.43 (1), p.90-92
Main Authors: McCurley, W S, Tunnessen, Jr, W W
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Bethanechol Compounds - therapeutic use
Gastric Lavage
Humans
Infant
Male
Methadone - poisoning
Nalorphine - therapeutic use
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Summary:A case of methadone poisoning with recovery is reported. An increased incidence of poisoning may occur because of recent innovations in the usage of this drug. A brief discussion of the drug and the treatment of acute intoxication is included.
ISSN:0031-4005
1098-4275
DOI:10.1542/peds.43.1.90