Nalfon overdose [1]

Definition

Poisoning from overdose of Nalfon.

Poisonous Ingredient

Fenoprofen

Where Found

Nalfon - a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication

Symptoms

• Body as a whole
  o Unsteadiness
  
• Respiratory
  o Slow, labored breathing
  o Wheezing
  
• Eyes, ears, nose, and throat
  o Ringing in the ears
  o Blurred vision
  
• Skin
  o Rash
  
• Gastrointestinal
  o nausea, Vomiting
  o diarrhea
  o Stomach pain
  o Possible loss of blood in the stomach and intestinal areas
  
• Heart and blood vessels
  o Increased heart rate
  
• Nervous system
  o Severe headache
  o Agitation
  o Incoherence (not understandable)
  o Confusion
  o Coma
  o Drowsiness
  o Convulsions
  o Movement disorder
  

Home Treatment

Seek medical care immediately. The standard procedure is to induce emesis (Vomiting) unless the patient is unconscious or experiencing Convulsions. Before inducing emesis, contact Poison Control for verification.

If instructed to induce emesis, the standard procedure is as follows:

• Give the usual dose of ipecac syrup: 15 milliliters (ml) or 1 TABLEspoonful for children and 30 ml (2 TABLEspoonsful) for adults.
  
• Follow with 1/2 glassful or 4 ounces (oz.) of water for children or 8 to 12 oz. of water for adults.
  
• Repeat 1 more time in 1/2 hour if emesis has not occurred.
  

Other treatments may include lavage and activated charcoal.

Before Calling Emergency

Determine the following information:

• The patient's age, weight, and condition
  
• Name of product (as well as the ingredients and strength if known)