Acetaminophen Overdose: Management and Treatment Considerations Acetaminophen overdose is a significant medical emergency that requires prompt and appropriate intervention. This paper examines a case study of a 16-year-old female who ingested a toxic dose of acetaminophen, focusing on the assessment, treatment options, and potential complications associated with this common yet potentially life-threatening poisoning. Initial Assessment […]

Tricyclic Antidepressant Poisoning: Clinical Presentation and Management Tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) poisoning represents a significant clinical challenge in emergency medicine. This paper examines the characteristic findings, contraindicated medications, and appropriate treatment strategies for TCA overdose, drawing on the case of a 34-year-old female presenting with suspected amitriptyline ingestion. Characteristic Findings of TCA Ingestion TCA overdose typically […]

Case Study Analysis on Methotrexate Overdose in Adolescents Methotrexate, a widely prescribed medication for various autoimmune disorders, including rheumatoid arthritis, can pose significant health risks when taken in excessive amounts. This paper examines a case study of a 16-year-old female who ingested a large quantity of her mother’s methotrexate medication. The analysis focuses on the […]