Term:
overdose
Definition:
An excessive quantity of a drug which,
when taken or administered, can have
toxic or lethal consequences.
Term:
opoids
Definition:
Any drug or agent with actions similar
to morphine.
Term:
emesis
Definition:
Vomiting
Term:
hallucinogens
Definition:
Agents that produce false perceptions
in any of the five senses.
Term:
tolerance
Definition:
The need for increasing amounts of a
drug to obtain the same effect.
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Term:
hypnotic
Definition:
A sleep-inducing effect or agent.
Term:
toxicology
Definition:
The study of toxic or poisonous
substances.
Term:
stimulant
Definition:
An agent that produces an excited
state.
Term:
toxin
Definition:
A poison or harmful substance
produced by bacteria, animals or
plants.
Term:
sedative
Definition:
A substance that decreases activity
and excitement.
Term:
hematemesis
Definition:
Vomited blood.
Term:
ingestion
Definition:
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