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What Are The Chances Of Recovery From Sleeping Pill Over Dose?
my friend tried killing himself with a sleeping pill overdose, I don t know how many he took but he s in a coma and he had his stomach pumped today and was moved into intensive care and he s supposed to get his liver cleaned out tomorrow. he took the pills on tuesday.. will he be okay? what will the outcome be? the doctors said on wednesday that he will be out the coma by sunday
Tue, 11 Apr 2023
Hi,
Overdosing on sleeping pills can be very dangerous and can cause severe damage to various organs, including the liver and kidneys. The outcome of an overdose depends on several factors, including the type and amount of pills taken, the time elapsed between taking the pills and seeking medical attention, and the individual's overall health. It is difficult to predict the outcome of your friend's case without more information.
However, it is positive that your friend was brought to the hospital quickly and received prompt medical attention. Having the stomach pumped and undergoing liver cleaning can help remove the drugs from the body and minimize the damage caused.
In terms of recovery, it will depend on the extent of the damage caused by the overdose. Your friend's doctors will be monitoring his condition closely and providing appropriate treatment and support. Your friend needs to receive ongoing medical and mental health support to address the underlying issues that led to the overdose.
Please keep in touch with your friend's medical team for updates on his condition and to discuss any questions or concerns you may have.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
Overdosing on sleeping pills can be very dangerous and can cause severe damage to various organs, including the liver and kidneys. The outcome of an overdose depends on several factors, including the type and amount of pills taken, the time elapsed between taking the pills and seeking medical attention, and the individual's overall health. It is difficult to predict the outcome of your friend's case without more information.
However, it is positive that your friend was brought to the hospital quickly and received prompt medical attention. Having the stomach pumped and undergoing liver cleaning can help remove the drugs from the body and minimize the damage caused.
In terms of recovery, it will depend on the extent of the damage caused by the overdose. Your friend's doctors will be monitoring his condition closely and providing appropriate treatment and support. Your friend needs to receive ongoing medical and mental health support to address the underlying issues that led to the overdose.
Please keep in touch with your friend's medical team for updates on his condition and to discuss any questions or concerns you may have.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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