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In general, an overdose would be the intentional or unintentional overuse of an illicit, prescription/non-prescription medication, or alcohol. "overdosing" on (prescription or illicit) amphetamines can be lethal. Side effects could include (but are not limited to) changes in vital signs, agitation, psychosis, movement disorders, confusion, seizures, or (as above) death.

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Is a type of:

Overdose

How long it usually lasts:

Short-term (lasts days to weeks)

How common it is:

Common

Symptoms

Abdominal pain
Chest pain
Tremor
Headache
Increased sweating
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Ratings show how effective doctors think these medications are at treating Amphetamine overdose
Activated charcoal
4
1 review
Sodium bicarbonate
2.7
6 reviews
Vasodilator
Antiarrhythmic

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Hydration
Supportive care

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D dimer
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