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An overdose occurs when an excessive / dangerous dose of a drug is used. Insulin overdose can lead to hypoglycemia & in severe cases: coma, disorientation, seizures or death. REF: http://www.diabetes.co.uk/insulin/insulin-overdosage.html

Dr. Heidi Fowler reviewed this

27 year experience in Psychiatry

Is a type of:

Overdose

How long it usually lasts:

Short-term (lasts days to weeks)

How common it is:

Rare

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