Toxicology Section

Toxicology

One of the objectives for the Section of Toxicology is to provide a forum for emergency physicians with an interest in clinical toxicology, and to further development of clinical toxicology as a subspecialty of emergency medicine.

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July 11, 2024

Xylazine: A Confounding Adulterant

A 32-year-old male arrives via EMS after a suspected opioid overdose. Four milligrams of intranasal naloxone were administered in the field with limited effect.

June 13, 2024

Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Agonists

A 32-year-old female presents with the chief complaint, “I can’t stop vomiting.” The triage note states, “Patient seen here two days ago for same.” Vital signs: Pulse 115 bpm, BP 115/60 mmHg, T 98.8°F...

April 24, 2024

Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome

A 44-year-old female presented to the emergency department with a chief complaint of vomiting for the past three days. The patient stated that her last oral intake was four days ago.

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