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Toxin Induced Neurologic Changes

See Also
1. Miosis (Pin-point pupils)
2. Mydriasis (Dilated pupils)
3. Toxin Induced Altered Level of Consciousness Causes
Seizures (Mnemonic=OTIS CAMPBELL)
1. Organophosphate Toxicity
2. Tricyclic Antidepressants
3. Isoniazid or Insulin
4. Sympathomimetics
5. Cocaine or Camphor
6. Amphetamines
7. Methyl-Xanthines (Theophylline)
8. Phencyclidine (PCP)
9. Benzodiazepine Withdrawal or Botanicals
10. Ethanol withdrawal (Alcohol Withdrawal)
11. Lead Poisoning or Lithium Overdose
12. Lidocaine or Lindane
Other Neurologic Changes
1. Tremors: Lithium
2. Dystonia: Neuroleptics
3. Fasciculations: Organophosphate toxicity
4. Rigidity: Tetanus, Strychnine

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