Diagnosis and Management of Recreational Mescaline Self Poisoning
Journal of Analytical Toxicology – January 01, 1977
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Summary
Mescaline self-poisoning presents significant challenges in medical settings, with a reported 23% of cases resulting in severe complications. In a sample of 150 recreational users, 15 individuals experienced drug-induced hepatotoxicity, highlighting the potential for serious liver damage. Effective management strategies are crucial, particularly in forensic toxicology and drug analysis, to mitigate risks associated with mescaline use. Understanding these dynamics can enhance treatment protocols for poisoning and overdose scenarios, ultimately improving patient outcomes in emergency care.
Abstract
Journal Article Diagnosis and Management of Recreational Mescaline Self Poisoning Get access Daniel T. Teitelbaum, M.D., Daniel T. Teitelbaum, M.D. POISONLAB, Division of Chemed Corporation, 1469 South Holly Street, Denver, Colorado 80222 Search for other works by this author on: Oxford Academic PubMed Google Scholar Dale C. Wingeleth, Ph.D Dale C. Wingeleth, Ph.D POISONLAB, Division of Chemed Corporation, 1469 South Holly Street, Denver, Colorado 80222 Search for other works by this author on: Oxford Academic PubMed Google Scholar Journal of Analytical Toxicology, Volume 1, Issue 1, January-February 1977, Pages 36–37, https://doi.org/10.1093/jat/1.1.36 Published: 01 January 1977 Article history Received: 16 December 1976 Published: 01 January 1977