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Can Drug Addiction Cause Seizures? Seizures are a common toxic complication of numerous drugs and poisons, as well as drug withdrawal syndromes. Studies have estimated that 6% of new‐onset seizures and up to 9% of status epilepticus cases are due to drug toxicity. Several case series have identified a variety of drugs and other substances associated with seizures. Antidepressants, diphenhydramine, stimulants (including cocaine and methamphetamine), tramadol and isoniazid account for the majority of cases. However, substances implicated in drug‐induced seizures have evolved over time as new drugs enter the market. Most drug‐induced seizures are self‐limited and do not cause permanent sequelae. However, repeated or prolonged seizure activity may lead to irreversible neurological injury as well as other life‐threatening complications such as hypoxia, hypotension, pulmonary aspiration, hyperthermia, rhabdomyolysis and metabolic acidosis. In retrospective studies of drug‐induced seizures reported to a regional poison control centre, status epilepticus (defined as continuous seizure activity lasting more than 30 min or two or more seizures without full recovery of consciousness between seizures) occurred in 3.6 % to 10% of cases. Thus, prompt treatment including good supportive care and administration of effective anticonvulsant drugs are imperative. Garden Heights Recovery 26 Journal Square Plaza Suite 1202 Jersey City, NJ 07306 855-208-4908 https://www.g

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