Catatonic
PCP overdose; Angel dust overdose; Sernyl overdose
Symptoms
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Agitation (overly excited, violent behavior) Altered state of consciousness - Catatonic trance (patient does not talk, move, or react)
Coma Convulsions - Hallucinations
- High blood pressure
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Nystagmus (side-to-side eye movements) - Psychosis
- Uncontrolled movement
Uncoordination
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