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Fenoprofen calcium overdose

Definition

This is poisoning from taking a large amount of fenoprofen calcium, a type of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Alternative Names

Poisonous Ingredient

Fenoprofen, a prescription painkiller commonly used to relieve symptoms of arthritis.

Where Found

• Fenoprofen
• Nalfon
• Naprofen
• Progesic

Note: This list may not be all inclusive.

Symptoms

Gastrointestinal

• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain
• Possible bleeding in the stomach and intestines
• Nausea
• Vomiting

Nervous system

• Severe headache
• Agitation
• Incoherence (not understandable)
• Confusion
• Coma
• Crowsiness
• Convulsions
• Movement disorder
• Unsteadiness
• Seizures

Heart and blood

• Increased heart rate

Lungs

• Breathing - slow and  labored 

Eyes, ears, nose, throat, and mouth

• Ringing in the ears
• Blurred vision

Skin

• Rash

Home Care

Seek immediate medical help.

Do not make the person throw up unless told to do so by a doctor or poison control.

Before Calling Emergency

Determine the following information:

• Patient's age, weight, and condition
• Name of the product (ingredients and strengths, if known)
• Time it was swallowed
• Amount swallowed
• If the medication was prescribed for the patient

Poison Control

The National Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) can be called from anywhere in the United States. This national hotline number will let you talk to experts in poisoning. They will give you further instructions.

This is a free and confidential service. All local poison control centers in the U.S. use this national number. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Take the container with you to the hospital, if possible.

See National Poison Control Center.

What to Expect at the Emergency Room

The health care provider will measure and monitor the patient's vital signs, including temperature, pulse, breathing rate, and blood pressure.

The patient may receive:

• Medicines to treat symptoms
• Activated charcoal
• Laxative
• A nasogastric (NG) tube thru the nose into the stomach to empty the stomach (gastric lavage)  

Outlook (Prognosis)

Recovery depends on how much kidney damage is done. The sooner a person gets treatment, the better the chances of a full recovery.

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