Overdose

Generality

An overdose occurs when an excessive amount of narcotic or psychotropic substances (drugs or medicinal preparations) is taken. This phenomenon has severe toxic effects on the body and can be lethal.

The overdose can manifest itself in different ways, depending on the depressing or exciting effect of the drugs taken: some acute intoxications cause minor problems; others are serious and can cause very serious permanent damage.

What's this

The overdose is the consequence of the excessive intake of one or more narcotic or psychotropic substances, which are toxic for the organism. This condition causes a serious impairment of vital functions, often leading to the death of the subject.