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First Aid for Drug Abuse


Symptoms & Signs

What are the signs and symptoms of the injury?

Overdose symptoms include:

  • abnormal pupil size and pupils that do not change when exposed to light
  • agitation and terror
  • convulsions or tremors
  • difficulty breathing
  • drowsiness
  • excessive sweating
  • hallucinations, paranoia, or violent behavior
  • inability to coordinate movement
  • nausea and vomiting
  • staggering or unsteady walk
  • unconsciousness
  • Symptoms associated with drug withdrawal include:

  • abdominal cramping
  • agitation or restlessness
  • cold sweats
  • convulsions
  • delusions, or believing something despite evidence that it is not true
  • depression
  • diarrhea
  • hallucinations
  • shaking

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