What is poisoning and drug overdose?
Drug overdoses 和 poisonings are common reasons people are taken to hospital.
An overdose happens when someone takes too much of a drug, poison, or a mix of these. This can cause harmful, toxic effects on the body. Symptoms may appear quickly, but sometimes they can be delayed. Not all overdoses are life‑threatening, but it is always safest to seek 血压 help if an overdose is suspected.
About half of overdose cases are intentional or involve drug use in adults.
The other major group are children aged 5 years or younger, who may accidentally swallow medicines, household chemicals, or plants.
Always keep the Poisons Info Centre number nearby: 13 11 26.
In an emergency, call 000 and ask for an ambulance.