Table 2 Common toxidromes in illicit drug use
From: Clinical review: Major consequences of illicit drug consumption
Toxidrome | Features | Drugs implicated |
|---|---|---|
Adrenergic | Hypertension, tachycardia, mydriasis, diaphoresis, agitation, dry mucus membranes | Amphetamines, cocaine, ephedrine, phencyclidine |
Sedative | Stupor and coma, confusion, slurred speech, apnea | Barbiturates, benzodiazepines, ethanol, opiates |
Hallucinogenic | Hallucinations, psychosis, panic, fever, hyperthermia | Amphetamines, cannabinoids, cocaine |
Narcotic | Altered mental status, slow shallow breaths, miosis, bradycardia, hypotension, hypothermia, decreased bowel sounds | Opiates |
Epileptogenic | Hyperthermia, hyperrreflexia, tremors, seizures | Cocaine, phencyclidine |