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Indian Journal of Pharmacology
Medknow Publications on behalf of Indian Pharmacological Society
ISSN: 0253-7613 EISSN: 0253-7613
Vol. 41, No. 2, 2009, pp. 89-90
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Bioline Code: ph09025
Full paper language: English
Document type: Case Report
Document available free of charge
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Indian Journal of Pharmacology, Vol. 41, No. 2, 2009, pp. 89-90
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Baclofen intoxication after accidental ingestion in a 3-year-old child
Dasarwar, Nagesh; Shanbag, Preeti & Kumbhare, Nilesh
Abstract
Baclofen is a skeletal muscle relaxant, used to control spasticity in both adults and children with neuromuscular disorders. Several cases of baclofen overdose have been reported, but only a small number have involved children. We report a 3-year-old girl with accidental ingestion of baclofen, who presented with coma, bradycardia and hypotension. She recovered within 24 hours with supportive treatment. The case emphasizes the importance of warning parents about the potential toxicity of baclofen when the drug is prescribed to a family member.
Keywords
Accidental ingestion, baclofen, toxicity
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