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The term drug overdose (or simply overdose or OD) describes the ingestion or application of a drug or other substance in quantities greater than are recommended or generally practiced. An overdose is widely considered harmful and dangerous as it can result in death. The word "overdose" implies that there is a common safe dosage and usage for the drug; therefore, the term is commonly only applied to drugs, not poison, though it should be noted that even certain poisons are harmless at a low enough dosage. Drug overdoses are sometimes caused intentionally to commit suicide or as self-harm, but many drug overdoses are accidental and are usually the result of either irresponsible behavior or the misreading of product labels. Drug overdose often happens as a result of the use of multiple drugs with counter indications simultaneously (for instance, heroin/certain prescription pain medications and cocaine/amphetamines/alcohol.) Usage of illicit drugs that are of unexpected purity, in large quantities, or after a period of abstinence can also induce overdose. Cocaine users that inject intravenous can overdose accidentally as the margin between an optimal flash and an overdose is small.[1] A common unintentional overdose in young children involves multi-vitamins containing iron. Iron is a component of the hemoglobin molecule in blood, used to transport oxygen to living cells. When taken in small amounts, iron allows the body to replenish hemoglobin, but in large amounts it causes severe pH imbalances in the body. If this overdose is not treated with chelation therapy, it can lead to death or permanent coma. Signs and symptoms of an overdose varies depending on the drug or toxin exposure. The symptoms can often be divided into differing toxidromes. This can help one determine what class of drug or toxin is causing the difficulties.
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1. What Are the Side Effects of Lutein?
November 02, 2009
A responsible person is careful when taking supplements and medicines because they know the risk is great if an overdose were to happen. One of the many supplements that people are taking is the lutein which works great to protect our eyes. It keeps the eye in good shape for an extremely long period of time. However, it is still a good thing to know the side effects of lutein if taken in large doses or in case it does not work well with your body.
Basically, the potency of lutein may vary on the amount a person takes.. The main source of this nutrient is those green leafy vegetables like ... (read more)
Author: Charles Strong
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2. This is It!
November 02, 2009
THIS IS IT! By Richard Pyatt
He’s still a thriller-Richard Corliss, TIME ..beautiful..dazzling..a tribute to the power of Jacksons’ body and voice, Ann Powers , LOS ANGELES TIMES ..highly charged, personal and captivating..Bradley Jacobs, US WEEKLY This is it is a movie to be savored… Jim Farber, New York Daily News ..raw and endearing..the music pours out of him like sunlight.. Owen Glieberman, ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY
And then we have this “Amid a considerable amount of filler, we have the painful sight and sound of Jackson days before his death of a drug overdose. He looks ... (read more)
Author: Richard Pyatt
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3. Can You Suffer From A Fish Oil Overdose If You Take Too Much?
October 29, 2009
Even though there has been many papers written on the subject, there are still people wanting to know, can we suffer from a fish oil overdose? There is no clear answer to this question, as it depends on what fish oil you are taking. If you are taking a normal fish oil, the chances of suffering from an overdose is quite low, as you would need to take a Mega dose to come anywhere near an overdose.
However, if you are taking cod liver oil, you can suffer from a fish oil overdose. It is not the fish oil itself that will cause you to overdose, but the Vitamin A. Vitamin A is toxic in large amo... (read more)
Author: Gordon Hall
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4. Few things about Food Addiction**
October 27, 2009
This article explains a few things about Food Addiction, and if you're interested, then this is worth reading, because you can never tell what you don't know.
See how much you can learn about Food Addiction when you take a little time to read a well-researched article? Don't miss out on the rest of this great information.
You may overdose on potato chips or tortilla chips once in a while, but would you consider yourself to be a food addict? The answer is important, because it could be the key to determining what course of action you need to take in order to lose weight. A number of... (read more)
Author: ketan services
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5. How to get an effective and Safe Tan
October 26, 2009
Etymologically Tanning is the art or process of making leather from rawhides and or browning of the skin by exposure to sun and weather. Though Tanning is a natural process through ultra-violet light that we easily get from sunlight but these days Sun is not the only resource used to get the UV light. Though, the UV light is an essential thing for our body but the abuse or overdose of the same can cause or hazardous to our skin and body. Tanning not only helps us get a different shade but is an effective way to relax and shed off extra salt and sweat from out body.
Following are some of t... (read more)
Author: Eric Smoot
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6. How Are Steroids Taken
October 22, 2009
Steroids and testosterone are one and the same. Testosterone is a hormone that contains bigger margins of considerable safety and so hardly any iron pumpers happen to die of any overdose of the hormone testosterone. Bodybuilders think that it is merely a matter of having large muscles though there exist concealed facts about testosterone abuse. Males can absorb testosterone doses in a high margin and with no any obvious negative effect in a very short time. This serious observation do inspire so most bodybuilders in thinking they are basically using the right combos. These in easier ter... (read more)
Author: Rickey Elliott
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7. A Study of Vitamin Overdose dating
October 22, 2009
Vitamin Overdose
While vitamin related overdose will rarely cause death it may still trigger serious side effects. It is therefore important that all individuals who are taking supplements especially be aware of the correct dosage and what amount not to surpass. Some vitamins will produce less harmful effects when consumed in greater than the expected quantities. However, you should still make certain that you are using your supplements as directed by your doctor or as indicated by the label on the vitamin bottle. Children are especially prone to overdosing on vitamins, for t... (read more)
Author: fim roshan
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8. How Are Steroids Taken By Bodybuilders
October 15, 2009
Steroids and testosterone are one and the same. Testosterone is a hormone that contains bigger margins of substantial safety and therefore hardly any bodybuilders happen to die of any overdose of the hormone testosterone. Body-builders think that it is just a matter of having enormous muscles though there do exist concealed facts about testosterone abuse. Males may be able to absorb testosterone doses in a high margin and with no any obvious negative result in a short time. This heavy observation do inspire so most bodybuilders in thinking they're basically using the right mixes. These ... (read more)
Author: Diego Fields
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9. Acetaminophen Overdose - What Do I Need To Know?
October 12, 2009
Acetaminophen overdose has been in the news and a subject of concern lately. What is it, what does it do to my liver, and how can I protect myself? Find out here. Acetaminophen (or paracetamol in Great Britain) is used by many people today as an over-the-counter drug for pain relief and to reduce fever. Acetaminophen is also an active ingredient in many over the counter cold, flu, and sleeping remedies. It is the active ingredient in many recognized pain relievers such as over the counter drugs Tylenol, Excedrin, and prescription brands Vicoden and Percocet. Acetaminophen quickl... (read more)
Author: Laura McCallum
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10. Spiritual Healing Mission of Kenneth Copeland Ministries
October 09, 2009
Kenneth Copeland Ministries or Kenneth Copeland and Gloria Copeland Ministries are healing ministries where their only medicine is the word of God. They profess that there is no overdose in this type of medication for the more you get of the doses the more you make your life happier. By analogy, it means that accepting the words of God into your life no matter how tremendous the amount of words have been reposed on you for acceptance will bring no harm but more benefits more so on the spiritual level.
The Copeland husband and wife team has made it a vow to heal those who are sick through ... (read more)
Author: Kenneth Taylor
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11. Few things about Food Addiction
October 01, 2009
This article explains a few things about Food Addiction, and if you're interested, then this is worth reading, because you can never tell what you don't know.
See how much you can learn about Food Addiction when you take a little time to read a well-researched article? Don't miss out on the rest of this great information.
This article explains a few things about Food Addiction, and if you're interested, then this is worth reading, because you can never tell what you don't know.
See how much you can learn about Food Addiction when you take a little time to read a w... (read more)
Author: narayan sethi
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12. New Study Verifies Addiction Increases Risk of Suicide Amongst Those Addicted
September 24, 2009
The greatest fear of anyone associated with a friend, co-worker or loved one caught in the cycle of addiction is that the person will die of an overdose. Most overdoses are considered accidental. At least that is how the families and friends of the addict want to look at their death. However, a new study by SAMSHA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration) in 2008 showed that 8.3 million adults in the U.S. had serious thoughts of committing suicide in the last year.
Out of the 8.3 million considering suicide, 2.3 million Americans made a plan in the last year while 1.1 million ad... (read more)
Author: addiction professor
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13. Save More Lives With Online CPR / AED Training!
September 21, 2009
Some of the common causes of ‘sudden death’ are electric shock, heart attacks, cardiac arrest, drowning, severe allergic reactions, drug overdose etc. After someone stops breathing, he or she can survive only for 4 to 6 minutes before lack of oxygen results in permanent damage such as brain damage or even death. CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) can buy that extra time by artificially circulating oxygen to the body, until professional help arrives.
CPR is a simple but effective procedure that allows almost anyone to sustain life in the first critical minutes of cardiac arrest. It prov... (read more)
Author: Christopher Bayer
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14. Help for Parents of Troubled Teens with Addiction
September 21, 2009
It is terrible news for any parent to discover their child has been using drugs. Sometimes the results are too hard to think about; committing crime to feed a habit, breaking the law and being arrested and far worse, dying because of an overdose or some other use of the poisonous substance. But parents with a teen in trouble can at least take heart from the wide range of help services available.
And, in addition, parents can help the situation improve by following certain steps. These are not difficult and do not require training or specialist skills. They need determination and common se... (read more)
Author: Jenna Brooklyn
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15. Rejuvenate yourself with great Beauty Care & Skin Care products
September 17, 2009
Beauty care and skin care products are probably the popular wellness industry goods throughout the world. And with new products being launched everyday and with the information overdose, people really get confused in choosing the right ones. Here is an attempt at helping you.
Beauty Care products that are 'must haves': The first thing that you should remember while picking up your beauty care or skin care products is to reflect on your very own beauty style. Buy only those cosmetics, which will suffice your daily need. Here are some of them:
Sunscreen - Choose a sunscreen with SPF 1... (read more)
Author: Shantu Jain
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16. Whew! LATEST News
August 26, 2009
In India, the concept of news and its many variants such as latest news, the very popular ‘breaking news’ is losing its value and fast. In India news are becoming more of raving news. The case has been taken to the extreme by the Indian news channels, which are becoming more and more obnoxious and unbearable. But it does not mean news are fighting a lonely battle with the commercial overdose of the latest news and it’s more vicious counterpart ‘breaking news’, in India news are being safeguarded by some of the limited numbers of news organisations which are trying their best to give direction ... (read more)
Author: Sourav Sharma
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17. Acne Natural Remedies - Three Natural Remedies That Will Kill Your Acne Instantly
August 18, 2009
Teen acne and adult acne are often caused by hormones. Acne starts when your pores get plugged up or when your sebaceous glands produce too much oil. Your hormones dictate how much oil your sebaceous glands produce, and when your hormones are irregular, so is the oil production in your glands. This leads to an overdose of oil poured out onto your face, back, and chest, and causes the insurmountable pain and embarrassment of acne pimples, blackheads, and cysts. To combat this, you need to find acne natural remedies to control your acne.
Some acne natural remedies are just plain hoaxes. Oth... (read more)
Author: jeyanth m
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18. Teens Gone Wild: Is Someone You Know At Risk?
August 12, 2009
Teens Gone Wild: Is Someone You Know At Risk?
Wild teen behavior is nothing new but in recent years the stakes have increased as young people have undertaken more risky behaviors. Whether it’s peer pressure, curiosity or other factors, young people are putting themselves at risk for addiction, overdose, suicide, health problems and legal trouble. Oftentimes, young people live a secret, double life unbeknownst to their families.
Parents need to find a way to get plugged into what’s really going on. Addiction centers and therapy programs across the country are seeing an increase in ... (read more)
Author: Marty Brenner
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19. Do You Still Wonder - Can You Suffer An Omega-3 Overdose?
August 07, 2009
Most of us these days know that Omega-3 fatty acids are absolutely necessary for good health, but some of us still ask, can we suffer from an omega-3 overdose? The answer to that question it that it depends.
If you are obtaining your Omega-3s from flaxseed, nuts and leafy greens, such as vegetarians eat. The answer is no, this type of Omega-3 is ALA and while your body has to convert the ALA over to DHA to use it. And the conversion is not always successful, it would be very hard to overdose on this type of Omega-3.
The very best way to obtain your Omega-3 fatty acids is by eating f... (read more)
Author: Gordon Hall
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20. Get To Know Your Herbs
July 31, 2009
Are ALL herbs really good for you? This is the most important question that rages in the minds of people who are planning to change their lifestyles. Are the stories of the miracles of herbal remedies really true or are they just hoaxes designed to milk people of their money? Well, as long as you don’t start to overdose on any herbal tea concentrate, then you will be pretty safe.
However, since it doesn’t really hurt to arm yourself with information, stick around and you’ll learn about the harms and benefits that herbs can cause your body. After all, you had better be discerning of what ... (read more)
Author: Mike Calamus
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21. Omega-3 Overdose - Be The First To Read What The Experts Are Saying!
July 30, 2009
Omega-3 fatty acids play an important role in maintaining optimal health and vitality. But, what are the side effects of omega-3 overdose? Find out the expert facts in this article.
With regards to plant-based omega-3 sources such as walnuts and flaxseed oil, it is rare and difficult to reach a point of overdose. They are rich in ALA form of omega-3.
Besides ALA, DHA and EPA are the two Omega 3 fatty acids that are essential for our body's health. These two types are not found in plant-based food sources of omega-3.
Our body converts ALA into DHA and EPA before it can be used by... (read more)
Author: Vijay K Raisinghani
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22. Can You Overdose On Omega 3?
July 27, 2009
With the thousands of people now taking Omega 3 supplements, it was only going to be a matter of time before someone asked this question. Can you overdose on Omega 3. I guess the best way to answer that question is to say. That depends on what fish source are you talking about.
You see, there are three types of Omega 3 fatty acids DHA and EPA and ALA. The type that you get from flaxseed, leafy greens and nuts is the type ALA, and it would be very hard to overdose on ALA.
Fish oils are the best source of DHA and EPA, these types of Omega 3 do not need to be converted, they are used d... (read more)
Author: Gordon Hall
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23. How To Relief Yourself From Pain Without Chemicals Using Hypnosis for Pain Control Management
July 23, 2009
Modern doctors are looking at the danger of addiction and overdose when they use drugs as a form of pain control and turning to other than mainstream methods. For many years, hypnosis was part of the birthing process for women that didn’t want to experience pain, wanted to remain alert and didn’t want the risk that a spinal block posed. They practiced hypnosis for several months during their pregnancy and when the time came for delivery, the hypnotherapist, often a nurse with a specialist degree, accompanied the women into the labor room. The therapist guides the soon-to-be mother into a bliss... (read more)
Author: Conrad Raw
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24. Can We Suffer An Omega 3 Overdose?
July 21, 2009
With so many people taking an Omega 3 supplement on a daily basis, this question, can we suffer an omega 3 overdose, was bound to come up. The answer to the question is that it depends on what you are taking.
If you are trying to obtain your omega 3 fatty acids from plant food like flaxseed, leafy greens such as purslane and nuts, then it would be very hard to overdose.
However you should be aware that these types of Omega 3 called ALA are not the best way to obtain your omega 3 needs.
The other two types of Omega 3 are called DHA and EPA are found in high quantities in fish,... (read more)
Author: Gordon Hall
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25. Uncover The Truth Of Google Cash Sniper
July 16, 2009
In case you have not been listening yet Chris Fox is bending all the rules with his latest insider shows all techniques on his product that has just hit the streets. Things weren't always this easy for him as he was once a college dropout and nearly killed himself with a drug overdose before coming back to reality and realizing that could offer the world some positive things.
In an effort to give back after a life of taking Chris as organized everything that he has learned and put into one package that will change the marketing community for a quite some time. Google Cash Sniper is one o... (read more)
Author: Paul Vignola
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