Toxicology

Question 1

Name some drugs which are potentially lethal with paediatric ingestion of only 1-2 tablets.

Answer 1

 Amphetamines
 Beta Blockers
 Calcium channel blockers
 Digoxin

 Morphine
 Sulphonylureas
 Tricyclic Antidepressant

Question 2

Serious (adverse) ingestions also occur with

Answer 2

Iron
Clonidine
Slow -K (oral potassium supplement)
Antimalarials