Hallucinogens
Clinical Features
Withdrawal
Treatment
Treat agitation and psychosis: support, reassurance, diminished stimulation; benzodiazepines or high potency anti psychotics seldom required
Source
Toronto Notes 2012
- ↑HR
- ↑BP
- Mydriasis (dilation of pupil)
- Tremor
- Hyperpyrexia,
- Mood changes
- High doses can cause depersonalization, paranoia, and anxiety
Withdrawal
- No specific withdrawal syndrome characterized
Treatment
Treat agitation and psychosis: support, reassurance, diminished stimulation; benzodiazepines or high potency anti psychotics seldom required
Source
Toronto Notes 2012