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An overdose occurs when an excessive / dangerous dose of a drug / substance is used. Symptoms of O/D may include abdominal pain, dehydration, diarrhea, nausea or vomiting. REF: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002684.htm

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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